Ledger Live is the official companion app for Ledger hardware wallets — the Ledger Nano X, Nano S Plus, and Ledger Stax — enabling you to manage, track, and transact your cryptocurrency and digital assets securely and easily.Ledger

Ledger Live isn’t just another wallet app. It’s a secure management hub installed on your computer or mobile device that connects to your Ledger hardware wallet, letting you:

📌 Key Capabilities

✔ View your cryptocurrency portfolio and real-time balances
✔ Send and receive crypto securely
✔ Buy & sell crypto via integrated partners
✔ Swap coins and tokens without switching apps
✔ Stake assets (e.g., ETH, ADA, DOT) and earn rewards
✔ Manage NFTs and interact with DeFi (Decentralized Finance)
✔ Install blockchain apps onto your Ledger device
✔ Update firmware safely
✔ Explore Web3 and decentralized apps

All of this happens while your private keys remain offline and secure on your Ledger hardware wallet — known as a non-custodial setup where you control your cryptographic keys, not a third party.Ledger

📥 Where to Safely Download Ledger Live

⚠ Important: There are many fake Ledger Live apps online that are malicious and can steal your crypto if you’re tricked into entering your recovery phrase (24-word seed). Always use official sources!Ledger Getting Started Guide

✅ Official Ledger Download Sources

📍 Primary official links:
👉 https://www.ledger.com/ledger-live
👉 https://ledger.com/start
(Always check URL for correctness — look for HTTPS and ledger.com only.)Ledger+1

💻 Step-by-Step: Download & Install Ledger Live

1️⃣ Desktop (Windows / Mac / Linux)

Step 1: Go to Official Ledger Live Page

Visit:
👉 https://www.ledger.com/ledger-live

Choose the correct version for your OS (Windows .exe, macOS .dmg/.zip, Linux AppImage).Ledger

Step 2: Download the Installer

✔ Click the version matching your operating system.
✔ Make sure the site is ledger.com, not a third-party site.Ledger

Step 3: Run the Installer

Windows:
✔ Double-click the .exe file.
✔ If a User Access Control prompt appears, choose Yes.
✔ Follow the installer steps (choose install folder).liveledger-wallet.framer.ai

macOS:
✔ Open the .dmg or .zip and drag Ledger Live into Applications.
✔ If macOS warns about unverified apps, right-click → Open.
✔ Only do this if you’re sure the app came from the official Ledger site.liveledger-wallet.framer.ai

Linux:
✔ Make the AppImage file executable:

chmod +x ledger-live-desktop-*.AppImage

✔ Then double-click it or run from terminal.Google Sites

Step 4: Launch Ledger Live

Open the Ledger Live app. It will ask you to grant permissions and may update itself.Ledger Getting Started Guide

2️⃣ Mobile (iOS & Android)

Step 1: App Store or Google Play

Search “Ledger Live” and verify the developer is Ledger.

✔ Apple App Store for iPhone/iPad
✔ Google Play Store for Android

Install the app.apps-ledger-io.teachable.com

Step 2: Connect Your Ledger Device

✔ On Android, you can connect with USB-C/USB-OTG or Bluetooth (Ledger Nano X)
✔ On iOS, initial setup might be easier on desktop, then synced to mobile.Ledger Getting Started Guide

🔐 Security Tips Before Using Ledger Live

✔ Never enter your 24-word recovery phrase anywhere except on your Ledger device screen. Ledger Live will never ask for it.Ledger Getting Started Guide
✔ Avoid unofficial downloads — fake apps can steal your keys.Ledger Getting Started Guide
✔ Always verify the URL before downloading.
✔ Enable device verification/firmware updates securely within Ledger Live.
✔ Use a strong password if you enable optional password protection.
✔ Keep your Ledger firmware and Ledger Live up to date.Ledger Getting Started Guide

🚨 Security warning: Fake Ledger Live apps have been used to steal crypto by asking for seed phrases or phishing for recovery words, often targeting Mac users or fake app stores. Never trust any app or prompt that requests your seed phrase.TechRadar

🔧 Setting Up Ledger Live — First Run

Once installed and opened, Ledger Live starts with a Setup Wizard:

🪪 1. Choose Setup Type

📍 Set up as new device
or
📍 Restore from recovery phrase

Choose “Set up as new device” if new and follow prompts to:
✔ Choose a PIN code on your Ledger device
✔ Generate a 24-word recovery phrase
✔ Write it down securely offline — never store digitally.ledger-com-about.framer.ai

If restoring existing wallet:
✔ Enter your recovery phrase ONLY on your Ledger device, not anywhere on your computer.ledger-com-about.framer.ai

🔌 2. Connect Your Ledger Device

✔ Use the USB cable.
✔ Unlock with PIN.
✔ Ledger Live will detect the device.Ledger Getting Started Guide

You must confirm actions on the physical Ledger device screen — this is how Ledger keeps your crypto secure.Ledger

🧠 3. Add Accounts

Inside Ledger Live:

✔ Add accounts (Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc.)
✔ The app will sync with blockchain data
✔ You can view balances & history

📥 4. Install Blockchain Apps on Ledger

Ledger Live has a Manager section:

✔ Browse apps (Bitcoin, Ethereum, Polkadot, etc.)
✔ Install the ones you need onto your Ledger
✔ These apps let your device communicate with specific networks.Ledger

💸 5. Send, Receive, Stake, Swap

Once accounts are added:

✔ Send/Receive crypto securely
✔ Swap between tokens within app
✔ Buy crypto via partners
✔ Stake eligible assets and earn rewards
✔ View market insights and portfolio trend charts
✔ Interact with Web3 dApps safely via built-in features.Ledger

📊 Features That Make Ledger Live Powerful

📈 Portfolio Dashboard

See your overall holdings with up-to-date value charts and balances.Ledger

🔄 Swap & Buy Crypto

Buy Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc., via integrated partners (like PayPal, MoonPay, Coinbase) or swap assets quickly — all inside Ledger Live.Ledger

🌐 Staking & Rewards

Stake coins like Tezos, etc., directly from the app and earn rewards while keeping keys offline.Ledger

🖼 NFTs & DeFi Access

Manage non-fungible tokens and engage in decentralized finance without exposing keys online.Ledger

🔐 Security Built-In

Every transaction — send, swap, stake — must be confirmed on the Ledger device itself. This prevents malware or remote attacks from stealing assets.Ledger

📱 Desktop vs Mobile: Which to Use?

👉 Many users start on desktop for setup, then install mobile to manage on the go — both sync.Ledger Getting Started Guide

❓ FAQs

Is Ledger Live free?
Yes — you only pay blockchain network fees, no app subscription.install-ledger.live

Can I use Ledger Live without a Ledger device?
No — it’s made to work with Ledger hardware wallets.install-ledger.live

Does Ledger Live store my private keys?
No — private keys remain on your Ledger device at all times.Ledger

What if I ever lose access to Ledger Live?
You can still recover your wallet on another installation by restoring from your recovery phrase — but only use Ledger Live downloaded from official sources.Ledger Getting Started Guide

🛡 Final Security Checklist

✔ Only download from official Ledger site or official app stores.Ledger Getting Started Guide
✔ Never share your 24-word recovery phrase online.Ledger Getting Started Guide
✔ Confirm every transaction on the Ledger device.Ledger
✔ Keep firmware & Ledger Live updated.Ledger Getting Started Guide
✔ Beware of phishing sites, fake installers, and scam apps.TechRadar