What is Ledger Live?
Ledger Live is the official companion application for Ledger hardware wallets. It allows you to buy, sell, stake, swap, and manage your cryptocurrency assets all in one secure environment. Designed for beginners and advanced users, Ledger Live provides transparency and confidence in every transaction.
Getting Started with Ledger Live
To begin, download Ledger Live from the official Ledger website. Install it on your desktop or mobile device. Once installed, connect your Ledger Nano X or Nano S Plus. Follow the guided setup to create or restore your wallet. Always ensure your recovery phrase is kept offline and never shared.
Core Features of Ledger Live
Portfolio Management
Track your balances in real-time, monitor market prices, and manage multiple accounts effortlessly.
Buy & Exchange
Purchase crypto with fiat, swap between supported coins, and compare exchange offers—all within Ledger Live.
Staking Rewards
Stake coins like Ethereum, Polkadot, or Tezos directly in the app and earn rewards safely while maintaining full custody.
Security Benefits
Every transaction you initiate in Ledger Live must be physically confirmed on your Ledger device. This ensures attackers cannot manipulate transfers without your approval. Your private keys remain offline inside the secure element of your hardware wallet.
Advanced Tools
Privacy with CoinJoin
Ledger Live integrates privacy options to improve confidentiality when transacting. Combine transactions to increase anonymity while preserving usability.
Why Choose Ledger Live?
With over 5 million hardware wallets sold, Ledger Live offers unmatched reliability. Beginners benefit from its clean interface, while advanced traders appreciate features like staking and market integrations. Above all, it ensures that you remain in full control of your assets.