Ledger® Live®® — Official App for Managing Your Ledger Wallet

Ledger Live: The Official Crypto Management App

Ledger Live is the official app from Ledger that allows users to securely manage their cryptocurrency assets using a Ledger hardware wallet. It is designed to be user-friendly, secure, and compatible with multiple operating systems.

✅ What Is Ledger Live?

Ledger Live is the software application that works together with your Ledger hardware wallet (such as Ledger Nano S Plus or Ledger Nano X). It provides a safe way to:

  • Send and receive cryptocurrency
  • Track balances and transactions
  • Install apps for different coins
  • Manage multiple accounts
  • Stake supported assets

Ledger Live is available for:

  • Windows
  • macOS
  • Linux
  • iOS
  • Android

🔒 Why Use Ledger Live?

Ledger Live is the official app designed to keep your crypto secure while giving you full control over your assets. It works with your Ledger hardware wallet, which stores your private keys offline.

Using Ledger Live ensures that:

  • Your private keys stay on the Ledger device
  • Your transactions must be confirmed on the hardware wallet
  • Your recovery phrase is never entered into the app

📥 How to Download Ledger Live (Official)

To download Ledger Live, always use the official Ledger website:

👉 https://www.ledger.com/ledger-live

On this page, you can choose the correct version for your device and download the installer safely.

🛠️ How to Install Ledger Live

For Desktop

  1. Download the correct installer for Windows, macOS, or Linux.
  2. Run the installer.
  3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
  4. Open Ledger Live once installation is complete.

For Mobile

  1. Download Ledger Live from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
  2. Open the app and follow setup instructions.

🔌 How to Set Up Ledger Live

Once Ledger Live is installed:

  1. Connect your Ledger device to your computer or mobile.
  2. Unlock the device with your PIN.
  3. Follow Ledger Live’s setup steps.

You can then choose to:

  • Set up as a new device
  • Restore from a recovery phrase

📌 Important: Ledger will never ask for your 24-word recovery phrase in the app. Your recovery phrase should only be entered on the Ledger device itself.

📈 What You Can Do in Ledger Live

Ledger Live offers many features, including:

🔹 Manage Accounts

Add and manage multiple crypto accounts in one place.

🔹 Install Apps

Install coin-specific apps like Bitcoin or Ethereum on your Ledger device through Ledger Live.

🔹 Send & Receive Crypto

Send and receive cryptocurrencies securely with transaction confirmation on your Ledger device.

🔹 Track Portfolio

Monitor your total portfolio balance and view transaction history.

🔹 Staking (Where Supported)

Stake eligible assets directly within Ledger Live.

🧠 Security Best Practices

To stay safe while using Ledger Live:

  • Always download Ledger Live from the official Ledger website
  • Never share your recovery phrase
  • Only confirm transactions on your Ledger device
  • Avoid downloading Ledger Live from unknown sources

✅ Final Thoughts

Ledger Live is the official companion app for Ledger hardware wallets, providing a secure and user-friendly way to manage your crypto assets. By keeping private keys offline and requiring transaction confirmation on the hardware device, Ledger Live helps protect your crypto from online threats.