Start protecting crypto today — ledger.com/start

A friendly, secure path to set up your hardware wallet. Follow the official ledger.com/start checklist to keep your private keys offline and your assets safe.

1

Simple setup
Step-by-step instructions that guide you from unboxing to first transaction.
2

Offline security
Keep your private keys isolated using a hardware wallet — safer than software-only storage.
3

Recovery best-practices
Learn how to store your recovery phrase securely and what to avoid.

Go to ledger.com/start

Why use a hardware wallet?

Hardware wallets keep your private keys on a dedicated device that signs transactions without exposing the keys to your computer or the web.

Quick start — 3 minutes

Unbox & inspect

Verify the seal is intact and only use the official packaging.

Initialize device

Create a new wallet on the device and write the recovery phrase on paper (offline).

Install Ledger Live

Install Ledger Live on your PC or mobile and follow instructions at ledger.com/start to add accounts.

Frequently asked

Is ledger.com/start official?

Yes — ledger.com/start hosts setup and onboarding resources. Use official links only and never share your recovery phrase.

What if I lose my phrase?

If the recovery phrase is lost, access to assets is lost. Store it offline in multiple secure places.

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