Ledger® Live — Login & Getting Started | Getting Started Guide

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Why Choose Ledger Live?

Ledger Live has been built by trusted industry experts to provide a unified, secure interface for all your crypto holdings. It supports desktop (Windows, macOS, Linux) and mobile (iOS, Android) platforms, letting you manage assets, check balances, stake, swap and explore Web3 — all while keeping your private keys offline under your control. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

How to Get Started: A Step-by-Step Walkthrough

  1. Download Ledger Live from the official site: Download Ledger Live. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
  2. Install the application and launch it for the first time. Choose “Set up new device” or “Restore existing device” depending on your situation. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
  3. Create your account or simply connect your hardware wallet. With Ledger Live, your device remains your security anchor — no email or password login is required. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
  4. Install the apps for each cryptocurrency you want to manage (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum) via the Manager tab in Ledger Live. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
  5. Add accounts to track your assets, and explore features such as Buy, Swap, and Stake directly from the interface. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
  6. Always verify your download signatures when installing updates — Ledger Live provides published SHA-512 hashes to ensure the software hasn’t been tampered with. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

Login & Sign Up Options

Because Ledger Live functions alongside your hardware device, the process differs from typical “username & password” apps. Here’s how you access:

Tips for Safe & Confident Use

Reliability matters. Ledger Live gives expert-level security features: your private keys never leave your hardware wallet; all transactions are clearly signed on the device. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8} Always download the app directly from the official page and never share your recovery phrase. For example, malicious actors have been distributing fake apps targeting Mac users. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Ledger Live and how does it work?

Ledger Live is the official app that works with your Ledger hardware wallet to let you manage digital assets, view balances, send/receive crypto, stake, swap and explore Web3 — all while keeping your keys secure offline. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}

2. Do I need an account with email and password?

No. With Ledger Live you authenticate using your hardware wallet and PIN. There is no traditional account login required unless you use third-party services introduced inside the app. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}

3. Which cryptocurrencies does Ledger Live support?

Ledger Live supports hundreds of coins and tokens, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Cardano, DOT, LINK, and many ERC-20 / BEP-20 tokens. Support is regularly updated. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}

4. Can I stake crypto using Ledger Live?

Yes. Ledger Live provides staking integrations for supported assets, letting you earn rewards while maintaining control of your private keys. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}

5. How can I be sure the Ledger Live software is safe?

Download only from the official site ledger.com/ledger-live, check the SHA-512 signatures published by Ledger, and never enter your recovery phrase into any app or website. :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}

6. What if I already have another wallet set up?

You can restore your Ledger hardware wallet in Ledger Live using your existing recovery phrase, then access your accounts and manage them from the app’s interface. :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}

Ready to take control of your crypto with confidence? Click the buttons above and begin your journey with Ledger Live — built on experience, backed by expertise, anchored in trust.