Ledger

Official Site® | Ledger.com/Start® — Getting started

This Official Site® guide walks you through Ledger.com/Start® — from unboxing your device to securing your assets with best practices for Ledger.com/Start® setup.

What is Ledger.com/Start®?

Ledger.com/Start® is the onboarding pathway for Ledger hardware wallets on the Official Site®. Use Ledger.com/Start® to initialize your Ledger device, install Ledger Live, and follow step-by-step instructions tailored for Ledger.com/Start® users.

Why use Ledger.com/Start®?

Ledger.com/Start® centralizes the safest steps for first-time setup. Following the Official Site® instructions at Ledger.com/Start® reduces risks from counterfeit guides and ensures you complete recommended security checks during Ledger.com/Start® setup.

Before you begin Ledger.com/Start®

  • Keep your recovery phrase private and offline when following Ledger.com/Start®.
  • Use a trusted computer and the official Ledger Live application recommended by Ledger.com/Start®.
  • Never enter your recovery phrase on a website — Ledger.com/Start® will never ask for it online.

Step 1 — Unbox and Inspect your Device (Ledger.com/Start®)

When you unbox, verify packaging integrity per Official Site® guidance. Follow the visual checks in Ledger.com/Start® to confirm the device is genuine before connecting it for the Ledger.com/Start® process.

Step 2 — Install Ledger Live (Recommended by Ledger.com/Start®)

Ledger Live is the companion app recommended on Ledger.com/Start®. Install Ledger Live on your desktop or mobile device as instructed by Ledger.com/Start® to manage accounts and install apps for supported blockchains through Ledger Live during the Ledger.com/Start® onboarding.

Step 3 — Initialize Your Ledger Device (Ledger.com/Start®)

Power on and select "Set up as new device" per the Official Site® steps in Ledger.com/Start®. Choose a secure PIN, and write down your recovery phrase exactly as shown — this step is emphasized throughout Ledger.com/Start® guidance.

Step 4 — Install Apps & Add Accounts (Ledger.com/Start®)

Use Ledger Live as directed by Ledger.com/Start® to install blockchain apps and add accounts. Ledger.com/Start® shows which apps to install for popular networks and how to safely add accounts for everyday use.

Security Best Practices from Ledger.com/Start®

  • Store your recovery phrase offline in a secure physical location as advised on Ledger.com/Start®.
  • Keep firmware and Ledger Live updated — Ledger.com/Start® highlights update checks for security.
  • Use a hardware wallet for long-term holdings and only connect to trusted platforms following Ledger.com/Start® guidance.

Troubleshooting — Common Issues during Ledger.com/Start®

  • Device not recognized: Confirm cable quality and Ledger Live installation per Ledger.com/Start®.
  • Update required: If Ledger Live prompts a firmware update, follow the Ledger.com/Start® instructions carefully to complete it.
  • Recovery phrase questions: The Official Site® instructions at Ledger.com/Start® explain full recovery and restore workflows; only use your phrase offline to restore.

Advanced Tips from the Official Site® for Ledger.com/Start®

Consider a multi-layered strategy after completing Ledger.com/Start®: use a secondary secure backup location for your recovery phrase, adopt a dedicated device for Ledger Live, and pair with a hardware wallet for high-value transactions as suggested throughout Ledger.com/Start® materials.