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Start Securely at Ledger.com/start

New device in hand? Great. Your next stop is ledger.com/start—the single trusted link to install Ledger Live, verify your hardware wallet, and learn the rituals that keep your coins safe. This page cuts through confusion with authentic downloads, device checks, and step-by-step guidance for Nano S Plus, Nano X, and future models. Bookmark it, use it, trust it.

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Why begin at Ledger.com/start?

Because security starts with authenticity. Phishing sites and fake installers look convincing—until they steal your funds. The official start page links the genuine Ledger Live app for Windows, macOS, and Linux, the latest firmware notes, and clear device checks. It’s the shortest path to a verified, up-to-date wallet that resists malware and man-in-the-middle tricks.

✔Authentic Downloads

Direct links to Ledger Live and firmware—no mirrors, no shady pop-ups.

✔Guided Setup

Walkthroughs for PIN, recovery phrase, and device verification inside Ledger Live.

✔Up-to-date Security

Firmware and app updates monitored and delivered through official channels.

✔Support & Learning

Direct access to Help Center and Ledger Academy for bite-size lessons.

What you’ll need

  • A Ledger hardware wallet (e.g., Nano X or Nano S Plus)
  • A computer with admin rights (Windows/macOS/Linux)
  • A secure place to write and store your 24-word recovery phrase
  • Time and patience—rushing is the enemy of security

Pro tip: prepare two storage locations for your recovery sheet (separate and private). Never photograph, scan, or type the phrase into cloud apps.

Five Essential Steps (10–15 minutes)

1) Go to ledger.com/start. Choose your device model to open the correct, verified flow.
2) Install Ledger Live. Download the app for your OS. Verify checksums if you’re advanced; otherwise, stick to the signed installer provided.
3) Initialize your device. Create a strong PIN, generate your 24-word recovery phrase on the device screen, and write it carefully—twice.
4) Add accounts and receive a test transaction. Use Ledger Live to create accounts (BTC, ETH, etc.). Receive a tiny deposit first, confirm addresses on-device.
5) Enable updates and learn the red flags. Keep Ledger Live and firmware current; ignore anyone asking for your 24 words—Ledger will never do that.

Lost device? Funds are recoverable with your 24 words on a new Ledger—if (and only if) your backup is accurate and private.

What you can do in Ledger Live

Multi-asset control

Manage Bitcoin, Ethereum, and thousands of coins/tokens with on-device approvals for every action.

Portfolio & analytics

Track performance, balances, and allocation in a clean dashboard—with export options for taxes and audits.

Buy, sell, swap (where available)

Access integrated providers and keep private keys offline while you transact.

DeFi & apps

Connect to Web3 dApps via Ledger Live integrations and partner apps without exposing your seed phrase.

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Security Habits That Compound Over Time

Backups that actually work

Read every word aloud as you write your 24-word phrase. Store in two locations. Consider a metal backup for fire/water resistance.

Address verification

Always confirm the full address on your device screen before sending. If it doesn’t match, cancel immediately.

Device & app updates

Updates patch vulnerabilities and add features. Schedule a monthly “security hour” to review firmware and Ledger Live versions.

Phishing immunity

No support rep, website, or email will ever ask for your 24 words. If they do, it’s an attack. Close the tab, report it, move on.

Clean environment

Use a known-good USB cable/port, avoid public computers, and segment financial tasks on a dedicated user profile.

Emergency plan

Write simple recovery instructions for a trusted executor—stored separately from the phrase—to prevent both loss and theft.