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®:

  1. Choose your device model
  2. 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:

  1. Plug in your Ledger device
  2. Choose Set up as new device
  3. Select a PIN code on the device
  4. Write down your 24-word recovery phrase on the secure sheet provided
  5. 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:

  1. Go to Manager
  2. Connect and unlock your Ledger
  3. Install the apps you need — e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum, Polygon
  4. 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:

  1. Go to the Accounts tab
  2. Click Add Account
  3. Select the cryptocurrency
  4. Connect your device and follow on-screen prompts
  5. 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. 🌐