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Learn how to safely access and manage your Ledger hardware wallet with comprehensive security guidelines and step-by-step instructions.
Your private keys never leave your hardware wallet, ensuring the highest level of security for your crypto assets.
Access Ledger Live on desktop, mobile, and web platforms with seamless synchronization across devices.
Manage over 1,800 cryptocurrencies and track your portfolio performance in real-time.
Always download Ledger Live directly from the official Ledger website. Never download from third-party sources or click on suspicious links in emails.
Connect your Ledger device via USB or Bluetooth. Enter your PIN on the hardware wallet itself - never on your computer screen.
Ledger Live will automatically check if your device is genuine. Only proceed if the authenticity check passes successfully.
Add cryptocurrency accounts to view your balances and transaction history. Your private keys remain securely stored on your hardware wallet.
Never share your 24-word recovery phrase with anyone
Always verify transaction details on your hardware wallet screen
Keep your Ledger Live application updated to the latest version
Enable additional security features like password protection
Double-check addresses before sending transactions
Be aware of fake websites that mimic Ledger Live. Always verify you're on the official Ledger website before downloading or entering any information.
Ledger Live operates on a unique security model that separates your private keys from your computer. Unlike web-based crypto wallets or exchanges, Ledger Live never stores your private keys on your computer or transmits them over the internet.
When you perform a transaction, Ledger Live creates an unsigned transaction and sends it to your hardware wallet. Your Ledger device signs the transaction using your private keys, which never leave the secure element of the hardware wallet.
This architecture ensures that even if your computer is compromised by malware, your cryptocurrency assets remain secure. The hardware wallet acts as an isolated environment where your private keys are generated and stored.
Ledger Live supports over 1,800 cryptocurrencies and tokens, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, XRP, and numerous ERC-20 tokens. The platform regularly adds support for new cryptocurrencies based on user demand and security audits.
Each cryptocurrency account in Ledger Live corresponds to a derivation path on your hardware wallet. This allows you to manage multiple currencies while maintaining the same level of security across all your holdings.
Regularly update your Ledger device firmware and Ledger Live application to ensure you have access to the latest security features and cryptocurrency support.
Get answers to common questions about Ledger Live login and security