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Ledger.com/Start – Official Ledger Wallet Setup Guide

Welcome to Ledger.com/start, your official guide for safely setting up your Ledger hardware wallet. Ledger devices secure your private keys offline in a certified security chip, giving you complete control over your cryptocurrency while protecting it from online threats. This guide walks you through every step, from unboxing to managing accounts, receiving, sending, staking, swapping, and portfolio tracking. Following these instructions ensures a secure and smooth experience with your Ledger wallet.

1. Unboxing Your Ledger Device

Begin by confirming that the packaging is intact. Power on your Ledger device and follow the on-screen instructions. You will select whether to set up a new wallet or restore an existing one. Always interact directly with the device to avoid phishing or tampering. Ensure the device shows official Ledger branding before proceeding.

2. Access Ledger.com/Start

Open your browser and navigate to Ledger.com/start. This official source allows you to download Ledger Live, the software companion for your hardware wallet. Ledger Live lets you manage crypto assets, send, receive, stake, swap, and track your portfolio. Always verify the URL to ensure you are on the official Ledger website.

3. Installing Ledger Live

Download Ledger Live for your operating system. Launch the app and select “Initialize new device” if this is your first setup. Ledger Live will guide you through firmware installation and PIN creation. Choose a secure PIN that is memorable but difficult for others to guess. This protects your device from unauthorized access.

4. Securing Your Recovery Phrase

During setup, the device will generate a 24-word recovery phrase. This phrase is crucial for restoring your wallet if the device is lost or damaged. Write it down carefully on the provided recovery sheet and store it offline in a safe place. Never take photos, save it digitally, or share it. Ledger will never ask for your recovery phrase.

5. Installing Cryptocurrency Apps

Ledger Live allows installing separate apps for each blockchain. Navigate to “My Ledger” to install apps for Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and other supported coins. Apps enable your device to sign transactions securely while keeping private keys offline.

6. Adding Accounts

After installing apps, create accounts in Ledger Live. Each account generates unique receiving addresses. Always verify addresses on your Ledger device before sending or receiving crypto. Ledger Live helps manage multiple accounts efficiently while keeping private keys secure.

7. Receiving and Sending Crypto

With accounts ready, you can safely receive crypto. Ledger Live provides verified receiving addresses. Sending crypto is secure because all transactions are signed on-device. Always double-check recipient addresses on the Ledger device screen before confirming to prevent errors or fraud.

8. Staking, Swapping, and Portfolio Monitoring

Ledger Live supports staking coins such as Ethereum, DOT, and ATOM. You can swap tokens within the app and monitor your portfolio in real-time. All operations are verified on-device, combining convenience with top-level security.

9. Security Best Practices

  • Never share your 24-word recovery phrase.
  • Download Ledger Live only from Ledger.com/start.
  • Verify addresses on your device before sending or receiving crypto.
  • Keep Ledger Live and device firmware updated.
  • Store your recovery phrase offline in a secure location.