Ledger® Live — Getting Started | official Ledger Wallet App

Keeping your cryptocurrency safe requires more than a hardware wallet—it needs a reliable management app. The Ledger Live App is the official software designed to work seamlessly with Ledger hardware wallets, providing a secure and user-friendly way to manage your digital assets.

What Is the Ledger Live App?

The Ledger Live App is a desktop and mobile application that connects to your Ledger hardware wallet, allowing you to monitor balances, send and receive crypto, and manage multiple accounts. It supports Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android, ensuring you can manage your portfolio anytime, anywhere.

Unlike traditional software wallets, the Ledger Live App keeps your private keys offline, directly on the hardware device, giving you complete control over your funds.

Key Features of the Ledger Live App

  • Portfolio Management: View real-time balances and track the performance of your crypto holdings.
  • Send and Receive Crypto: Securely transfer assets with all transactions confirmed on your Ledger device.
  • Multi-Currency Support: Manage Bitcoin, Ethereum, and hundreds of other supported cryptocurrencies.
  • Swap and Exchange: Convert coins within the app without exposing private keys.
  • Device Management: Update firmware, install apps, and verify your Ledger device easily.

How the Ledger Live App Enhances Security

Security is the core focus of the Ledger Live App. All sensitive operations require physical confirmation on the Ledger device, ensuring that even if your computer is compromised, your private keys remain secure.

The app also supports optional passphrases and hidden wallets, allowing advanced users to maintain additional layers of privacy and protection.

Getting Started with the Ledger Live App

  1. Download the app from the official Ledger website.
  2. Connect your Ledger device to your computer or mobile device.
  3. Follow on-screen instructions to verify your device and update firmware if needed.
  4. Add accounts for the cryptocurrencies you want to manage and start sending, receiving, and tracking assets securely.

Final Thoughts

The Ledger Live App is an essential companion to your Ledger hardware wallet. It combines usability, security, and flexibility, allowing you to manage your cryptocurrency portfolio confidently while keeping your assets safe from online threats.