Ledger Live — Manage your crypto with confidence

Ledger Live is the official companion application for Ledger hardware wallets. It provides a single, user-friendly interface to manage multiple accounts, check balances across hundreds of blockchains, perform secure transactions, and access integrated partner services such as staking, swaps, and purchasing crypto. The core difference between Ledger Live and many custodial wallet apps is that your private keys remain stored inside your Ledger device — they never leave the hardware.

• Secure transaction signing — All transaction signing happens inside the Ledger device. The app only prepares and displays transactions for you to confirm physically on the device.
• Multi-asset support — Manage Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and thousands of ERC-20 tokens and other chains from one place.
• Portfolio tracking — Real-time portfolio overview, historic charts, and performance metrics to keep tabs on your holdings.
• Buy & Swap — Integrated on-ramps and swap partners allow you to buy crypto with fiat or swap one token for another without leaving the app.
• Staking & Earning — Participate in staking programs or earn passive yield on supported assets directly through Ledger Live.
• Connect with dApps — Use Ledger Live with compatible web3 apps and DeFi platforms while keeping private keys in the device.

Security is Ledger Live’s central promise. The app follows a hardware-first model: your private keys are generated and stored on the secure element of your Ledger device. Even if your computer or phone is compromised, transactions require confirmation on the physical device, protecting you from remote attackers and phishing attempts.

Tip: Always verify the transaction details on your Ledger device screen before approving.

1. Download the app — Get Ledger Live for macOS, Windows, Linux, or mobile from the official Ledger website. Do not download from third-party links.
2. Install and create — Open the app and follow the on-screen tutorial to set up a new device or restore from an existing recovery phrase.
3. Connect your hardware wallet — Connect your Ledger device with the supplied USB cable or via Bluetooth (on supported models) and enter your PIN on the device.
4. Add accounts — Install the necessary apps on your Ledger device via Ledger Live, then add accounts for the cryptocurrencies you want to manage.
5. Back up safely — Record your recovery phrase exactly as shown and store it offline in a secure place. Never share it digitally.

Common actions like sending and receiving crypto are straightforward: choose the account, enter an address and amount, review the transaction details in the app, then confirm on your Ledger device. Ledger Live also supports address book management and QR-code scanning on mobile to reduce errors.

• Keep software updated — Regular updates to Ledger Live and device firmware include security improvements and new features.
• Verify sources — Only download Ledger Live from the official Ledger domain. Bookmark the site to avoid phishing.
• Secure your recovery phrase — Never store your recovery phrase on a connected device or cloud. Use a fireproof, waterproof physical backup if possible.
• Beware of scams — Ledger employees will never ask for your recovery phrase. Treat unsolicited messages with caution.

Can Ledger Live be used without a Ledger device? The full security model requires a Ledger device for private key storage. However, Ledger Live can display some portfolio data using third-party integrations; signing transactions still requires the hardware wallet.

Is Ledger Live open-source? Portions of Ledger’s tooling are open-source; Ledger provides source code for certain components while keeping security-critical elements tied to device firmware and the secure element.

What if I lose my Ledger device? Use your recovery phrase to restore funds to a new Ledger device or a compatible wallet. The recovery phrase is the only way to regain access to your private keys.

Ledger Live collects minimal telemetry to improve performance and compatibility, but your private keys and most sensitive data remain offline. Review the privacy settings in the app and opt out of analytics if desired.

If you’re new to hardware wallets or moving from a software wallet, Ledger Live offers a secure, polished experience to manage your crypto holdings while keeping control of your keys. Pair it with a Ledger hardware device to get the full security benefits.