When you purchase a Ledger hardware wallet, the most important step is to set it up properly and securely. The official setup process begins at ledger.com/start, where Ledger guides you through installing Ledger Live, initializing your device, and securing your crypto assets.
Starting at this official page ensures you're following the safest, most up-to-date procedures directly from Ledger.
Ledger.com/start is the official onboarding page for all Ledger hardware wallets, including:
This page:
Go to ledger.com/start in your web browser.
Ledger Live is the official app for managing your hardware wallet, crypto accounts, and assets. It’s available for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS.
Use the USB cable (or Bluetooth if using Ledger Nano X) to connect your hardware wallet to your computer or smartphone.
Choose Set up as new device to generate a new wallet. Your Ledger device will display a 24-word recovery phrase.
Write down your 24-word phrase on the provided recovery sheet. ⚠️ Never share or store your recovery phrase digitally.
Set a secure PIN code on your Ledger device to prevent unauthorized access.
The device will ask you to verify your 24 words to ensure you’ve backed them up correctly.
Install cryptocurrency apps (like Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc.) on your device using Ledger Live.
Once apps are installed, you can add cryptocurrency accounts and start sending, receiving, and managing your assets securely.
✔️ Always start your setup at ledger.com/start to avoid phishing sites. ✔️ Never enter your recovery phrase on any website or computer. ✔️ Always verify transaction details on your Ledger device screen. ✔️ Only download Ledger Live from the official source. ✔️ Enable advanced security features like passphrases if desired.
If you’ve just purchased your Ledger Nano S Plus, Nano X, or Ledger Stax, ledger.com/start is the safest and most reliable way to get started.
Ledger’s step-by-step onboarding process makes it easy to:
👉 Start now at: ledger.com/start
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