Welcome to the official Ledger.com/start setup guide — your trusted path to digital self-custody. In a world where exchanges can fail and hackers evolve daily, Ledger empowers you with hardware-based security so your crypto truly belongs to you.
Cryptocurrency is more than just an investment — it’s a declaration of independence. But that freedom only exists when you own your private keys. Many users rely on third-party wallets and exchanges, unaware that those services hold the real keys. Ledger changes that equation. Your crypto stays offline, encrypted, and under your control alone.
Ledger devices have secured millions of users across 180+ countries. Whether you hold Bitcoin, Ethereum, or NFTs, your digital assets deserve a safe home — one that puts you in control, not corporations or servers.
Only buy from Ledger.com or certified resellers. Each device comes sealed and cryptographically verifiable to prevent tampering.
Go to Ledger.com/start and install Ledger Live — your control center for crypto management, firmware updates, and portfolio tracking.
Power on the Ledger, connect via USB or Bluetooth, and select “Set up as new.” Choose a secure PIN — this is your first line of defense.
Write down the phrase displayed on your device. It’s the only way to restore your wallet if lost or damaged. Keep it offline and secret.
Ledger Live automatically checks your device’s cryptographic signature to ensure it’s genuine. This verification protects you from fake devices.
Open the Manager tab, install apps for your preferred assets (BTC, ETH, SOL, etc.), and create secure accounts for each.
Ledger combines cutting-edge hardware engineering and advanced cryptography. Here’s what makes it unique among wallets:
Each device contains a certified Secure Element chip (CC EAL5+). It protects your private keys even if your computer or phone is compromised.
Ledger’s proprietary OS isolates apps, ensuring one token app cannot interfere with another. This multi-layered design reduces attack surfaces.
Private keys never leave your device. Transactions are signed inside the secure chip — so your keys remain offline, always.
Ledger Live and many app integrations are open source, allowing independent verification by the global community.
Every transaction requires a button press on the hardware wallet. This physical step ensures no unauthorized transfer can occur.
Ledger’s technology meets the highest security certifications recognized by governments and enterprises worldwide.
Our global support team is available around the clock. Fill in the form below — and remember: Ledger will never ask for your recovery phrase.
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