Ledger.com/start is the web page where you begin using a Ledger hardware wallet. It walks you through the basic steps from unboxing to sending and receiving crypto. The page is built to help new users and anyone who needs a quick refresher. Its goal is simple: help you set up your device safely and use it with confidence.
A hardware wallet stores your private keys offline. This means your keys are not kept on the internet, so they are much harder to steal. Ledger devices use secure chips and a simple screen-and-button interface to protect your assets. When you follow the instructions on Ledger.com/start, you reduce the chance of setup mistakes and keep your funds safer.
Find a clean, well-lit space and have the recovery sheet that came with the device ready. Do not share your recovery phrase with anyone. Ledger will never ask you for your full recovery phrase online or by email. Treat the recovery phrase like the keys to your house: if someone gets it, they can access your funds.
Open the package and check what is inside. A Ledger device typically includes the device, a USB cable, a recovery sheet, and a quick guide. Make sure the box is sealed and looks authentic. If something seems wrong, pause and check with Ledger support.
Plug the Ledger device into your computer or phone using the cable. Open your browser and go to Ledger.com/start. The page will guide you to download Ledger Live, the official app for managing your crypto. Only download Ledger Live from the official site.
Follow the setup steps on the screen. Pick a PIN that you can remember but others won’t guess. Your device will show a recovery phrase—usually 24 words. Write the words down on the recovery sheet in order and keep that sheet safe. Do not store the recovery phrase online or in photos.
Open Ledger Live and install the apps for the coins you want to use, such as Bitcoin or Ethereum. Each coin requires its own app on the device. After installing, add accounts in Ledger Live to view balances and transactions. Ledger Live gives clear buttons to send and receive funds.
To receive crypto, choose the account in Ledger Live and click Receive. The app will show an address. Always verify the address on your Ledger device screen before making a transfer. When sending, enter the recipient address and amount in Ledger Live. Confirm the transaction on the device so the private keys stay offline.