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Ledger® Live: Login | Getting started™ with Ledger®

A clean, step‑by‑step HTML presentation to help you install, log in, and get productive in Ledger Live—without ever exposing your secret recovery phrase.

Open Official Ledger Live

Why Ledger Live? (Overview)

Ledger Live is the companion app for Ledger hardware wallets (Nano Series). From a single dashboard you can install apps for supported networks, manage accounts, buy, swap, stake, and track your portfolio with your private keys protected inside the hardware device. This guide focuses on safe login and a friction‑less first‑run experience so you can move from unboxing to confident usage quickly.

Safe Download & Install

  1. Go to ledger.com/ledger-live on your browser’s address bar (type it directly).
  2. Choose your OS and download the installer from the official page.
  3. Optional: verify the file signature / checksum as published by Ledger.
  4. Run the installer, then launch Ledger Live.

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First Login (Secure by Design)

  • Connect your Ledger hardware wallet via USB (or Bluetooth if supported).
  • Unlock the device with your PIN. The PIN lives on the device—not the computer.
  • Open Ledger Live; choose Get Started and follow the setup wizard.
  • Never enter your 12/24‑word recovery phrase on your computer or phone. Ledger Live will never ask for it.

Launch the Official App

Getting Started™ with Ledger® — Step by Step

1) Initialize or Restore

If your device is new, initialize it on‑device and write down the recovery phrase on paper (never digitally). If you’re restoring, confirm each word on the hardware device itself. Ledger Live will help pair the device and add accounts without reading your phrase.

2) Add Accounts

In Ledger Live, navigate to Accounts → Add account, choose a network (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana), and let the app sync the addresses derived by your device. Accounts are view‑only until you approve transactions on the device.

3) Portfolio & Services

Use the Portfolio tab to track balances. Explore built‑in services to buy, swap, or stake via partners, all confirmed by pressing the physical buttons on your Ledger. This physical confirmation keeps attackers from spending without your consent.

Security Checklist

  • Bookmark https://www.ledger.com/ledger-live; avoid search‑ad imposters.
  • Keep firmware and Ledger Live updated from official sources.
  • Confirm addresses and amounts on your device screen before approving.
  • Seed phrase lives only on paper and only during device recovery.

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Troubleshooting Login

If Ledger Live doesn’t recognize your device, try a different cable/USB port, unlock the device first, and ensure the correct app (e.g., Ethereum) is open on your device when managing that network. Reboot both the computer and Ledger if needed.

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Best Practices

  • Turn on password lock in Ledger Live settings.
  • Use a dedicated computer profile for crypto to reduce risk.
  • Enable notifications for firmware / app updates.
  • Cross‑check transaction fees and network before sending.

FAQ (Quick Answers)

Does Ledger Live ever ask for my recovery phrase?

No. If any interface asks for the 12/24‑word phrase, it is a scam. Only enter the phrase on the hardware device during recovery.

Where do I download safely?

Always type ledger.com/ledger-live manually or use a trusted bookmark. Avoid third‑party stores and links from messages.

How do I verify the installer?

Compare the file’s checksum/signature with the values provided by Ledger. Only proceed when they match exactly.

Official Ledger Live Portal

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