Ledger.com/Start – Begin Your Secure Crypto Journey

Welcome to Ledger.com/Start, the official starting point for setting up and securing your Ledger hardware wallet. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crypto user, this page is designed to guide you through every step—ensuring your digital assets are protected from online threats.

At Ledger, your security is our priority. With the rise in digital currencies, protecting your investments is more important than ever. Ledger provides trusted, industry-leading hardware wallets combined with a powerful app to give you complete control over your crypto.

Why Choose Ledger?

Ledger offers a simple yet powerful solution for safely storing cryptocurrencies offline. Unlike software wallets or centralized exchanges, Ledger hardware wallets ensure your private keys are stored securely in a physical device—completely isolated from the internet.

With Ledger, you benefit from:

  • Top-tier security with a certified Secure Element chip
  • Self-custody — you are the sole owner of your private keys
  • Compatibility with over 5,000 digital assets
  • Access to Web3, NFTs, staking, and DeFi
  • Seamless management through the Ledger Live app

Your crypto, your control.

Get Started in 3 Easy Steps

1. Set Up Your Ledger Device

After unboxing your Ledger Nano S Plus or Ledger Nano X, the first step is to initialize your device. On Ledger.com/Start, you’ll find step-by-step instructions to:

  • Set a PIN code to protect access to your device
  • Generate your 24-word recovery phrase — your backup key
  • Confirm your phrase to complete setup
  • Update your firmware for the latest security features

Important: Never share your recovery phrase. Store it offline in a safe location. If your device is lost or stolen, your phrase is the only way to recover your funds.

2. Install Ledger Live

Ledger Live is the official companion app for your hardware wallet. It allows you to manage, buy, sell, swap, and grow your crypto — all in one place.

With Ledger Live, you can:

  • Add accounts for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and thousands of other coins
  • Send and receive assets securely
  • Stake supported assets to earn rewards
  • Monitor your portfolio in real-time
  • Connect to Web3 apps and explore NFTs safely

Ledger Live is available for desktop (Windows, macOS, Linux) and mobile (iOS, Android) devices.

3. Transfer and Manage Your Assets

Once your device and Ledger Live are ready, it’s time to move your assets from exchanges or software wallets to your Ledger hardware wallet. You can easily:

  • Add accounts for each asset
  • Generate receiving addresses
  • Transfer your holdings to cold storage

Ledger supports a wide range of assets, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Cardano, XRP, and thousands more.

Education and Support

Ledger.com/Start is more than a setup guide — it’s your gateway to learning and mastering crypto security. Explore:

  • Video walkthroughs for each device
  • Best practices to avoid phishing and scams
  • Access to Ledger Academy for in-depth educational resources
  • Frequently asked questions and troubleshooting tips

You Own Your Crypto

When you use Ledger, you hold your own keys. Unlike exchanges and online platforms that can be hacked, suspended, or go bankrupt, your Ledger device puts you in full control.

Self-custody is the foundation of crypto ownership. With Ledger, you don’t just own assets — you secure your future.

Start Now

Visit Ledger.com/Start to set up your device, explore your crypto options, and take the first step toward complete financial freedom. Secure, manage, and grow your crypto the right way — with Ledger.