As cryptocurrency becomes more mainstream, secure storage and easy access to digital assets are essential. That’s where Ledger® Live Desktop comes in—a powerful, secure, and intuitive application designed for managing your crypto portfolio with your Ledger hardware wallet. Whether you're new to crypto or an experienced investor, this guide will help you get started with Ledger Live Desktop using official steps and support.
Ledger Live is the official software companion for Ledger hardware wallets like the Ledger Nano S Plus, Nano X, and Ledger Stax. The Desktop version gives users complete control of their digital assets through an intuitive interface that’s installed on your computer—keeping your private keys offline and protected at all times.
Key benefits of Ledger Live Desktop:
Unlike browser wallets or mobile apps, the desktop version adds an extra layer of safety by keeping operations within a local environment.
Follow this official onboarding process to set up Ledger Live Desktop:
Start by visiting the official website:
🔗 https://www.ledger.com/ledger-live
⚠️ Only download from the official source. Fake software is a common attack vector in crypto.
Choose the version that matches your operating system:
Install and launch the app once the download is complete.
Upon launching Ledger Live, you’ll be prompted to either:
Follow the on-screen instructions:
Never share your recovery phrase, not even with Ledger. If you lose access and don’t have the recovery phrase, your assets could be permanently lost.
Ledger devices work with blockchain apps—each asset like Bitcoin or Ethereum has its own app. Using Ledger Live:
Each account corresponds to a blockchain address managed by your Ledger.
You can easily send or receive assets directly within the app. Your Ledger device will prompt you to physically confirm each transaction, ensuring added security.
Ledger Live partners with trusted third-party services like MoonPay, Coinify, and Wyre to allow fiat purchases (USD, EUR, etc.) right into your wallet. You remain in control of the keys at all times.
Easily exchange crypto using integrated swap providers without leaving the app. For example, swap BTC to ETH or USDC to DAI in minutes.
Supported coins like ETH, DOT, ATOM, XTZ, and others can be staked from Ledger Live. You earn passive income while keeping your assets secure in your wallet.
Ledger Live supports viewing and managing NFTs on Ethereum and Polygon. You can see your collection with full metadata, images, and activity—all in one place.
View your balances, profit/loss, market value, and asset allocation in real time. The portfolio dashboard helps you make informed decisions based on performance.
Need help during setup or daily use? Ledger offers robust support:
Always verify you're on an official Ledger support domain before sharing any device information.
Ledger Live Desktop is the all-in-one platform for managing, securing, and growing your crypto assets—right from your computer. By combining the power of hardware-level security with the flexibility of a modern portfolio app, Ledger Live gives you the tools to succeed in the digital economy.
Whether you’re buying your first Bitcoin or managing a multi-asset portfolio, Ledger Live Desktop offers:
🟢 Start today by visiting: https://www.ledger.com/ledger-live