Official Site® | Ledger.com/Start® | Getting Started

Official guide to securely set up, recover, and operate your Ledger hardware wallet.

Welcome to Ledger.com/Start®

Ledger.com/Start® is the official landing page to help users initialize, secure, and manage their Ledger hardware wallets. It guides you through first-time setup, wallet recovery, firmware verification, and daily security practices.

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Download Ledger Live (Ledger Live) for desktop or mobile. Always follow official instructions to prevent security risks. For developer integrations, visit Ledger Developers and documentation at Ledger Docs.

Installing Ledger Live

Ledger Live allows you to manage accounts, assets, and transactions. Install Ledger Live from Ledger Live download page.

  1. Go to Ledger.com/Start.
  2. Download Ledger Live.
  3. Connect your Ledger device via USB or Bluetooth (Nano X).
  4. Follow setup instructions to create or recover a wallet.
  5. Verify firmware for security at Ledger Firmware.
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First-Time Setup & Recovery

During initialization, Ledger generates a 24-word recovery phrase. Write it down on the provided card and store it offline. This phrase is required to recover your wallet on a new device. Never store it digitally.

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Follow security guidance at Ledger Security and confirm your firmware integrity.

Daily Usage & Security Tips

Always verify transaction details on your device screen. Use PIN codes and optional passphrases for added protection. Only use trusted machines to access Ledger Live.

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Keep your device firmware and Ledger Live updated regularly to prevent vulnerabilities.

Troubleshooting & Support

  • Device not detected: check USB cable/port and reinstall Ledger Live.
  • Firmware errors: consult Ledger Firmware.
  • Lost recovery phrase: funds may be unrecoverable. Contact Support.
  • Suspicious prompts: verify all sources before approving actions.
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Developer Integrations

Access Ledger Developers for APIs, SDKs, and integration guides. Sample tasks include account derivation, transaction signing, and Ledger Live plugin development.

import Ledger from '@ledgerhq/hw-app-eth';
const transport = await TransportNodeHid.create();
const eth = new Ledger(transport);
const result = await eth.getAddress("44'/60'/0'/0/0");
console.log(result);
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Official Resources

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