Ledger Start
ledger.com/start — official downloads & setup

Ledger Start — get Ledger Live & set up your device

This is the official hub to download Ledger Live safely, initialize your Ledger Nano device (Nano S, Nano S Plus, Nano X), apply firmware updates, and follow proven security steps for protecting your recovery phrase and device.

Windows
Installer (.exe)
macOS
Installer (.dmg / App Store)
Linux
AppImage / deb / rpm
Android
Google Play
iOS
App Store

Step-by-step setup

Follow these safe steps to initialize and use your Ledger hardware wallet. The desktop Ledger Live app provides the most complete toolset — use it for firmware updates, app management, and diagnostics. Mobile apps are useful for quick balance checks and simple operations, while the desktop app is recommended for initial setup and firmware operations.

Quick start checklist

  1. Go to ledger.com/start and pick your OS.
  2. Download the official installer and verify checksum/signature if available.
  3. Install Ledger Live, open the app, and choose "Set up a new device" or "Restore device".
  4. Write down your recovery phrase physically and store copies in separate secure locations.
  5. Only confirm firmware updates shown inside Ledger Live and verify on-device details for transactions.
Device init
Set a PIN and record your recovery phrase offline.
Install apps
Install only the coin apps you need to reduce memory usage.
Firmware
Apply signed firmware via Ledger Live only.

Verification & security tips

Always verify downloads and checksums on the official site. Bookmark ledger.com/start to avoid phishing. Never share your recovery phrase with anyone — Ledger support will never ask for it. Verify transaction addresses and amounts on the hardware device before approving; the device screen is your trusted source of truth.

For long-term protection, consider metal backups of your recovery phrase and store them in geographically separated secure locations. If you plan to use Bluetooth with Nano X, pair only in trusted environments and disable Bluetooth when not needed for extra safety.

FAQ & help

Q: Where to download?

A: ledger.com/start — official installers and app store links.

Q: How to verify?

A: Compare the checksum (SHA256) of the installer to the one published on the official page when provided.

Q: Lost recovery phrase?

A: If you lose your recovery phrase, funds cannot be recovered. Keep multiple secure backups.

User voices

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