
Official Site® | Ledgér.com/Start® | Getting Started with Ledger®
Welcome to the official beginning of your crypto journey — through Ledgér.com/Start®, the trusted and secure setup gateway for all Ledger® hardware wallets. Whether you're new to crypto or a seasoned HODLer, this step-by-step guide will walk you through setting up your device, installing apps, and securing your assets using Ledger Live.
🚀 Why Start at Ledgér.com/Start®?
Ledgér.com/Start® is the only safe and official place to begin using your Ledger device. It ensures:
- You're using authentic software and instructions
- You avoid scams and counterfeit apps
- You set up your wallet securely and correctly
- You understand how to protect your private keys and recovery phrase
🔒 Ledger is all about self-custody, meaning you own and control your crypto — not an exchange, not a third party.
🛠 Devices You Can Set Up
You can begin setup for:
- Ledger Nano S Plus® – affordable, powerful, beginner-friendly
- Ledger Nano X® – advanced with Bluetooth and larger memory
Regardless of the model, the process is nearly identical and fully guided.
📲 Step 1: Download Ledger Live
Ledger Live is your secure control center. It allows you to manage, send, receive, and stake crypto, view NFTs, and more.
At Ledgér.com/Start®:
- Choose your device model
- Download Ledger Live for your operating system:
- Windows
- macOS
- Linux
- iOS or Android (for mobile users)
⚠️ Never download Ledger Live from any unofficial websites, blogs, or social media — always start at Ledgér.com/Start®.
🔐 Step 2: Initialize Your Ledger Device
Once Ledger Live is installed, it will prompt you to set up your hardware wallet:
- Plug in your Ledger device
- Choose Set up as new device
- Select a PIN code on the device
- Write down your 24-word recovery phrase on the secure sheet provided
- Confirm the phrase using the device screen
💡 Your 24-word phrase is your only backup. Ledger cannot recover it for you. Keep it offline, safe, and never share it.
✅ Step 3: Verify Your Device’s Authenticity
Ledger Live will automatically check your device to ensure it’s genuine and untampered:
- Unlock your device
- Connect to Ledger Live
- Get real-time confirmation that your hardware is authentic
This step is essential for your peace of mind and wallet security.
🧩 Step 4: Install Apps for Coins
Each cryptocurrency (Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, etc.) has a corresponding app you must install on your device.
In Ledger Live:
- Go to Manager
- Connect and unlock your Ledger
- Install the apps you need — e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum, Polygon
- Apps will load directly to your device memory
Each app enables your Ledger to communicate with that specific blockchain.
📁 Step 5: Add Accounts
Once apps are installed:
- Go to the Accounts tab
- Click Add Account
- Select the cryptocurrency
- Connect your device and follow on-screen prompts
- Your wallet is now ready to receive and send crypto
Each account is a safe environment to manage your digital assets.
💸 Step 6: Send & Receive Crypto
To Receive:
- Open the desired account
- Click Receive
- Verify the wallet address on your device screen
- Share it to receive funds safely
To Send:
- Click Send in Ledger Live
- Enter the recipient’s wallet address and amount
- Connect and unlock your Ledger
- Confirm all details on your device
- Approve the transaction physically
✅ Every transaction requires your physical approval on the device — no one else can move your funds.
🌍 Step 7: Explore Additional Ledger Live Features
Ledger Live offers more than just storage. You can:
- Buy crypto directly with credit/debit via partners
- Stake assets like Ethereum, Polkadot, and Tezos
- Swap tokens without leaving Ledger Live
- Manage NFTs on Ethereum and Polygon
- Connect to Web3 and DeFi apps securely
All interactions are signed and approved by your Ledger, keeping you protected from hacks.
🔐 Ledger Security Tips
- Never share your 24-word recovery phrase
- Only use Ledgér.com/Start® and Ledger Live
- Always verify addresses on your device screen
- Enable Ledger Live updates and firmware updates
- Beware of scams, fake tech support, and phishing websites
🎯 Conclusion: Your Crypto, Your Control
Ledgér.com/Start® is your trusted first step into true financial freedom. With Ledger Live and your hardware wallet, you control your assets — not an exchange, not a custodian, and not a third-party app.
Self-custody means:
✅ No one else can access your funds
✅ You're protected even if your computer is hacked
✅ Your future is in your hands
Now that you're ready, start secure. Stay private. And own your crypto with confidence. 🌐