ledger.com/start

How to Set Up a Ledger Wallet via Ledger.com/start

Follow these easy steps on Ledger.com/start to activate your hardware wallet:

✅ Step 1: Visit Ledger.com/start

Open your browser and go to Ledger.com/start. This is the only official and secure platform to begin setup. It will automatically detect your device model (Nano S Plus or Nano X) and provide custom instructions.

✅ Step 2: Download Ledger Live App

Once on Ledger.com/start, you’ll be prompted to download Ledger Live, the official companion app for your wallet. Click the download button suitable for your device (Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS). This app is essential for managing your cryptocurrencies, checking balances, and verifying transactions.

✅ Step 3: Connect Your Ledger Device

After installing the Ledger Live app, plug in your Ledger Nano device via USB or Bluetooth (Nano X only). Follow the on-screen steps in Ledger Live to initialize the device. You’ll be asked to set up a PIN code for device protection.

✅ Step 4: Write Down Your Recovery Phrase

The device will display a 24-word recovery phrase. This is your master key. Write it down on the recovery sheet provided in the box—never save it digitally. This step is critical and highlighted clearly on Ledger.com/start. If your device is ever lost or damaged, this phrase restores your wallet.

✅ Step 5: Verify Recovery Phrase

As part of the onboarding process, Ledger.com/start asks you to confirm your 24-word phrase on your device. This ensures you’ve recorded it correctly and can recover your assets later if needed.

✅ Step 6: Install Apps for Coins

Once verified, use the Ledger Live dashboard to install crypto-specific apps (like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana) on your Ledger device. You can then add accounts and begin receiving or sending crypto securely.

What is a Ledger Hardware Wallet?

A Ledger wallet is a physical device that stores your private keys offline, away from hackers. Unlike mobile or browser wallets, Ledger devices offer cold storage—meaning your keys are immune to remote attacks.

Benefits of Ledger.com/start wallets:

  • Offline security (cold storage)
  • Multi-asset support
  • Ledger Live integration
  • Easy firmware upgrades
  • Recovery with seed phrase

Models available:

  • Ledger Nano S Plus: Budget-friendly, USB-only
  • Ledger Nano X: Premium, Bluetooth-enabled