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Ledger.com/start, the official setup portal for initializing, securing, and managing your Ledger hardware wallet. Whether you purchased a Ledger Nano X, Ledger Nano S Plus, or are upgrading from an earlier model, this guide walks you through everything you need to get started safely. As the industry leader in digital asset security, Ledger provides trusted cold-storage protection for your cryptocurrency and Web3 activities.

This page ensures you follow the official and authentic instructions for setup, security, and long-term use of your hardware wallet.

Why Choose a Ledger Hardware Wallet?

Ledger hardware wallets are designed to keep your crypto offline, safe from online threats such as malware, phishing, and hacking attempts. Your private keys remain securely stored inside the certified Secure Element chip, giving you full control of your digital wealth.

Key Benefits:

  • Cold-storage protection for crypto & NFTs
  • Secure Element chip + Ledger OS
  • Supports 5,500+ assets including Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDT, BNB, SOL, XRP, and ERC-20 tokens
  • Works with Ledger Live, the all-in-one crypto management app
  • Firmware and security updates backed by Ledger’s global engineering team

Ledger.com/start is your official starting point for a safe and seamless setup.

Step 1: Unbox Your Ledger Device

Inside your Ledger box, you will typically find:

  • Ledger hardware wallet (Nano X or Nano S Plus)
  • USB-C connection cable
  • Recovery sheet cards
  • Quick-start booklet
  • Ledger-branded packaging

Check that the packaging is intact and untampered. Ledger devices do not come pre-configured—if yours seems initialized or contains a prewritten recovery phrase, stop immediately and contact Ledger Support.

Step 2: Install the Ledger Live App

Ledger Live is the official application that allows you to manage, monitor, and grow your crypto portfolio. Download it only from the official site via Ledger.com/start.

How to Install:

  1. Visit Ledger.com/start
  2. Click Download Ledger Live
  3. Choose your device: Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, or Android
  4. Install the app and follow the steps to begin setup

Ledger Live provides features such as:

  • Portfolio overview
  • Account creation
  • Secure asset management
  • Buying, selling, and swapping crypto
  • Earning via staking solutions
  • NFT management (Ethereum & Polygon)

Step 3: Set Up Your Ledger Hardware Wallet

Open Ledger Live and choose:

  • Set up a new device, or
  • Restore from recovery phrase (if you already own one)

During setup, you will:

  1. Choose a PIN code — required each time you unlock your Ledger device.
  2. Generate your 24-word recovery phrase — your most important backup.
  3. Write the recovery phrase on the provided recovery sheet exactly as shown.

⚠️ Never share your recovery phrase. Never enter it into websites. Never store it digitally.
It is your master key to recover your crypto if your Ledger is lost or damaged.

Step 4: Connect Ledger to Ledger Live

Once your device is initialized:

  1. Open Ledger Live
  2. Go to My Ledger
  3. Connect and verify your device
  4. Allow Ledger Live to install the necessary apps (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum)

This process ensures that your hardware wallet is genuine and correctly synchronized with Ledger Live.

Step 5: Add Cryptocurrency Accounts

To manage assets, you must create accounts:

  1. Open Ledger Live
  2. Click Accounts → Add Account
  3. Select the cryptocurrency
  4. Confirm installation on your Ledger device

You can add multiple accounts for different blockchain networks.

Step 6: Send & Receive Crypto Securely

Receiving crypto:

  • Select an account
  • Click Receive
  • Verify the displayed address on your Ledger device screen
  • Share the verified address

Sending crypto:

  • Click Send
  • Enter the wallet address and amount
  • Verify and approve the transaction on your Ledger screen

Ledger ensures your transactions cannot be modified or hijacked by malware.

Step 7: Keep Your Device Secure

Stay protected by maintaining:

  • Regular firmware updates through Ledger Live
  • Strong PIN code protection
  • Secure offline storage of your recovery phrase
  • Passphrase protection (optional advanced feature)

Ledger’s continuous security updates keep your wallet protected against evolving threats.

Step 8: Need Help? Visit Ledger Support

If you encounter connection issues, firmware update problems, or setup confusion, you can access help through:

  • Ledger.com/start
  • Ledger Support Center
  • Troubleshooting guides
  • Device diagnostics in Ledger Live

Always avoid unofficial support websites or third-party tools.

Final Thoughts

Setting up your Ledger hardware wallet through Ledger.com/start – Official Site | Ledger is the safest and most reliable way to protect your digital assets. With your device properly initialized and Ledger Live installed, you now have complete control of your crypto in a secure, offline environment.

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