Introduction
Ledger Live Wallet is the all-in-one application that brings together crypto management, portfolio tracking, staking, and secure transactions under one unified dashboard. Built to work seamlessly with Ledger hardware wallets, Ledger Live ensures that your private keys always stay offline while you manage your digital assets online with confidence. With its modern interface, fast connectivity, and advanced security tools, Ledger Live is one of the most trusted crypto management apps worldwide.
What is Ledger Live?
Ledger Live is a secure desktop and mobile application designed to work with Ledger hardware wallets such as Ledger Nano S Plus, Nano X, and Ledger Stax. The app serves as the central control hub where users can buy crypto, track portfolios, swap tokens, stake supported coins, and manage accounts — all while keeping keys protected inside the hardware wallet. Ledger Live is built for simplicity, allowing beginners and advanced users to interact with crypto markets safely, quickly, and efficiently.
Getting Started – Step by Step
- Download Ledger Live
Visit the official Ledger website and download Ledger Live for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS or Android. - Install the application
Run the installer and complete setup. On mobile, simply install from the official app stores. - Connect your Ledger device
Use the USB cable or Bluetooth (Nano X only) to pair your device with Ledger Live. - Set up or restore your wallet
Create a new wallet on your Ledger hardware device or restore using your recovery phrase. Never enter a recovery phrase into Ledger Live; it belongs ONLY on the hardware device. - Add crypto accounts
Select a crypto asset (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDT) and add accounts to start managing your coins. - Start managing your portfolio
Buy, swap, stake, and send crypto directly from Ledger Live with hardware-level security.
Core Features
All private keys stay inside the Ledger wallet, giving users complete offline protection.
View balances, track growth, check price charts, and monitor asset allocations in real time.
Purchase crypto with partner integrations, swap tokens, and sell selected assets directly inside the app.
Stake coins like ETH, SOL, ATOM and more to earn rewards while maintaining full ownership.
Manage thousands of coins and tokens across multiple chains, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and popular altcoins.
Trust & Security
Ledger Live is trusted by millions because it works hand-in-hand with Ledger’s industry-leading hardware security. All transaction approvals happen on the hardware wallet, ensuring that sensitive data never touches your computer or mobile device. Ledger Live does not store your recovery phrase, private keys, or seed words. By combining offline key protection with a powerful online interface, Ledger Live delivers one of the safest crypto management experiences available today.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Ledger Live safe?
- Yes. Ledger Live is secure when paired with an authentic Ledger hardware wallet, which keeps private keys offline.
- Can I use Ledger Live without a Ledger device?
- You can view prices and track markets, but full crypto management requires a Ledger hardware wallet.
- Does Ledger Live store my recovery phrase?
- No. Your recovery phrase should NEVER be typed into Ledger Live or any computer. It belongs only on the hardware device.
- How many coins does Ledger Live support?
- Ledger Live supports thousands of cryptocurrencies across major blockchains, with new assets added regularly.
- Can I stake crypto with Ledger Live?
- Yes. Ledger Live supports staking for several popular assets and provides hardware-secured reward claiming.
- Is Ledger Live available on mobile?
- Yes. Ledger Live is available on both iOS and Android with full portfolio access and device connectivity.