Begin your Ledger experience with this streamlined setup guide designed for new and experienced crypto users. Whether you're securing Bitcoin, Ethereum, NFTs, or a diverse portfolio, Ledger provides the hardware-level protection required to keep your assets safe in an increasingly risky digital world.
Ledger’s hardware wallets isolate your private keys from online exposure. Combined with Ledger Live — your all‑in‑one crypto management app — you gain a protected, intuitive environment for buying, receiving, sending, and monitoring digital assets.
Ensure your box and device look properly sealed. Ledger never ships devices with a pre‑generated recovery phrase. If you find one, stop and contact support.
Download Ledger Live from Ledger’s official website only. Avoid third‑party sources. Ledger Live performs device checks, provides updates, and manages your crypto ecosystem.
During wallet creation, your Ledger generates a unique 24‑word recovery phrase. Write each word carefully. To restore an old wallet, enter the phrase manually using the Ledger’s physical buttons.
Each supported crypto asset requires an app installed on your Ledger. Install the ones you need through Ledger Live, then add accounts to begin managing your balances.
Before transferring larger amounts, send a small test transaction to ensure everything works correctly and your receiving address is verified.
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