The official and secure way to set up your Ledger hardware wallet and protect your cryptocurrency assets offline.
Start Ledger SetupLedger.com/start is the official onboarding page provided by Ledger to help users safely initialize their hardware wallet. It ensures your device is genuine, your firmware is up to date, and your wallet is created securely.
Using the official start page protects you from phishing websites and counterfeit software that can compromise your crypto assets.
Plug your Ledger Nano device into your computer using the supplied USB cable.
Download and install Ledger Live, the official application for managing crypto assets.
Set a secure PIN code and generate your wallet directly on the Ledger device.
During setup, Ledger generates a 24-word recovery phrase that acts as a backup for your wallet. This phrase is displayed only once and must be written down and stored securely offline.
Never share your recovery phrase with anyone and never enter it on any website or app claiming to offer support.
Track balances and transactions across multiple cryptocurrencies in one secure dashboard.
Use integrated services to buy, sell, and swap crypto assets safely.
Install and manage blockchain apps directly on your Ledger device.
Ledger hardware wallets store private keys inside a secure chip that is resistant to physical and digital attacks. All transactions must be verified on the device itself.
Even if your computer is compromised, your crypto remains protected by Ledger’s hardware-level security.
Ledger.com/start is the safest way to initialize your Ledger device and take full control of your digital assets. With Ledger Live and hardware-based security, you can manage crypto with confidence.
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