Welcome to the official Ledger wallet setup guide. This document will walk you through every step needed to securely configure your Ledger hardware wallet using the Ledger official setup page.
Get the Ledger Live application from the official Ledger website. Compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile platforms.
Follow the installation instructions, then launch the application to begin your wallet setup.
Use the USB cable provided to connect your Ledger device to your computer or phone. Turn the device on.
Use the hardware buttons to set up your PIN code and generate your recovery phrase securely.
Carefully write down your Secret Recovery Phrase on the supplied recovery sheets. This phrase is critical to restore your wallet if needed.
Keep this phrase in a safe place, never share it with anyone, and do not store it digitally.
You can install various blockchain apps depending on the crypto assets you wish to manage from the Ledger Live app.
Apps can be uninstalled and reinstalled without losing your assets, as all private keys are stored securely in the device.
Visit the Ledger Support for detailed FAQs and troubleshooting.
Learn more about crypto security and Ledger products at Ledger Academy.