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Ledger.com/start · Hardware Wallet Setup & Security
Ledger.com/start

Ledger Start.
Build Your Wallet Right.

Begin your Ledger hardware wallet setup with a clear, security-focused process. Install the appropriate Ledger software, connect your device, complete the setup steps, protect your recovery information, and prepare your wallet for everyday digital asset management.

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Start with the foundation, not the transaction.

A careful Ledger wallet setup helps you understand your device, software, recovery information, and transaction approval process before managing digital assets.

Start Here

One hardware wallet.
One organized setup.

Ledger.com/start is the starting point for users preparing a compatible Ledger hardware wallet. The setup process is designed to help you connect your device with the appropriate Ledger software and move through the initial configuration carefully.

Depending on your device and current Ledger software experience, you may use Ledger Live to install or manage supported device features, view accounts, and interact with supported digital assets.

Security reminder: Never share your Ledger recovery phrase with another person and never enter it into a website, email, chat, online form, or unknown application. Treat your recovery information as private backup data.
The Ecosystem

Hardware, software, and personal control.

A Ledger hardware wallet is designed to provide a dedicated environment for managing private keys and approving wallet activity. Ledger Live provides the software interface through which users can access supported account and portfolio features.

01 / DEVICE

Ledger hardware wallet

Your physical Ledger device is used to protect key operations and confirm important wallet actions.

02 / SOFTWARE

Ledger Live

Ledger Live provides a software interface for supported wallet accounts, assets, device features, and transactions.

03 / USER

Your approval

Security also depends on carefully checking addresses, amounts, applications, and transaction information before approving an action.

Setup Flow

Four stages for a confident Ledger start.

A good Ledger wallet setup is easier when each stage is completed carefully. Begin with trusted software, connect your device, follow the displayed instructions, and protect your recovery information before continuing.

01 / PREPARE

Choose trusted software

Begin through the official Ledger setup route and use the software recommended for your Ledger device and operating system.

02 / CONNECT

Connect your device

Connect the Ledger hardware wallet to your computer or supported device and follow the instructions shown by the setup software.

03 / PROTECT

Secure your recovery

Carefully follow the device setup process and protect your recovery phrase according to Ledger's official security guidance.

04 / MANAGE

Begin wallet management

After setup, use supported Ledger software to access accounts, review balances, and manage compatible digital assets.

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Security First

Good wallet security begins with good habits.

A hardware wallet provides an important security layer, but safe cryptocurrency management also depends on the software you use and the decisions you make. Keep your recovery phrase private, verify software sources, and carefully review transaction information before approving it.

01 / VERIFY

Confirm the source

Download Ledger software only from trusted official resources. Be cautious with advertisements, messages, search results, and unknown download pages.

02 / BACKUP

Protect recovery information

Your recovery phrase is highly sensitive. Keep it private, secure, and offline, and never send it to support agents or websites.

03 / REVIEW

Check before approval

Review transaction details and wallet information carefully before confirming an action on your Ledger hardware device.

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Ledger FAQ

Common Ledger setup questions.

What is Ledger.com/start?

Ledger.com/start is used as a starting point for Ledger hardware wallet setup and related onboarding information. Users should verify that they are visiting the genuine Ledger website before installing software or entering any sensitive information.

What is Ledger Live?

Ledger Live is Ledger's software interface for supported hardware wallet features, accounts, assets, and related wallet management activities.

How does Ledger wallet setup work?

The setup generally involves obtaining the appropriate software, connecting the hardware device, following the device instructions, creating or restoring a wallet as applicable, and securely protecting recovery information.

Should I share my Ledger recovery phrase?

No. A recovery phrase should remain private. Do not enter it into websites, online forms, chats, emails, or provide it to anyone claiming to offer technical support.

What should I check before installing Ledger software?

Confirm the website address and obtain software from an official Ledger source. Avoid unknown download websites, unsolicited links, and software shared through unexpected messages.

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Next Step

Start secure.
Stay in control.

A strong Ledger experience begins with the setup. Use a trusted Ledger source, follow the instructions for your hardware wallet, protect your recovery information, and verify important actions before approving them. Once your foundation is ready, supported Ledger software can help you manage your digital assets from a single interface.

Continue With Ledger Live
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