What is Ledger® Live?
Ledger® Live is a desktop and mobile application designed to work with Ledger® hardware wallets. It acts as a secure bridge between your cold-storage device and the online world — enabling portfolio overviews, transaction signing via the device, portfolio tracking, staking (where supported), and application management. Visit the official Ledger site for downloads and guides: Ledger Live.
Download & Setup
To install Ledger Live, go to Ledger Live Download and choose your platform (Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS). For step-by-step setup and recovery instructions, the central hub is ledger.com/start, which walks you through initializing a new Ledger® device, creating or restoring a recovery phrase, and connecting to Ledger Live.
Ledger Live Wallet & Login
Ledger Live itself does not create custodial accounts — it provides a wallet interface managing accounts whose private keys remain on your Ledger® device. When you open Ledger Live, you follow a secure connection and authorization flow (often referred to as Ledger Live Login) that prompts you to approve actions on your device. Always verify URLs and only download Ledger Live from official Ledger domains.
Key Features & Best Practices
- Device-backed security: Private keys never leave your Ledger® hardware wallet.
- Cross-platform: Ledger Live Desktop and Ledger Live App for mobile keep your portfolio in sync.
- Firmware & app updates: Manage device apps and firmware directly through Ledger Live to stay protected.
- Recovery seed: Back up your recovery phrase offline and never share it online.
Troubleshooting & Support
If Ledger Live cannot detect your device, ensure your cable supports data transfer, try different USB ports, and confirm you installed the latest Ledger Live Desktop version. For official troubleshooting steps and support articles, start at ledger.com/start or the Ledger Help Center linked from the site.