Getting Your Ledger Wallet With Ledger Support*
Ledger.com/start is the official onboarding gateway for setting up a Ledger hardware wallet, installing Ledger Live, and securing your crypto with offline, device-based private key protection. Using this page ensures you download authentic software, follow verified instructions, and avoid dangerous phishing or fake wallet apps.
What is Ledger.com/start?
Ledger.com/start is a dedicated setup portal that walks new and existing users through initializing Ledger Nano devices and connecting them to Ledger Live. It centralizes secure download links, step-by-step guidance, and essential safety tips for protecting recovery phrases and private keys.
When you visit this page, it automatically detects your operating system and offers the correct Ledger Live installer for desktop or mobile, minimizing configuration mistakes. The same URL also helps you choose the right guide for models such as Ledger Nano S Plus and Ledger Nano X.
Why start at Ledger.com/start?
Beginning your setup at Ledger.com/start dramatically reduces the risk of malware, fake installers, and phishing websites that imitate Ledger branding. The site links only to official Ledger Live downloads and firmware updates, ensuring your device communicates with legitimate software.
Ledger hardware wallets keep your private keys offline in secure chips, turning your device into a form of cold storage that is resistant to online attacks. Every transaction requires confirmation on the physical device, which helps block unauthorized transfers even if your computer is compromised.
Step-by-step: Getting started
To set up a new Ledger wallet, you typically follow a simple, guided flow that starts at Ledger.com/start and continues in Ledger Live.
- Open your browser and go to Ledger.com/start, then select your device model from the list.
- Download Ledger Live for your platform (Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, or iOS) and verify that the installer comes from official Ledger sources.
- Install Ledger Live, launch it, and choose to set up a new device or restore an existing one when prompted on the welcome screen.
- Connect your Ledger hardware wallet to your computer or phone using the supplied USB cable and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Create a secure PIN on the device, using the two-button interface to confirm each choice and protect access if the wallet is lost or stolen.
Ledger Live will then prompt you to generate and write down a 24‑word recovery phrase, which acts as the only backup for your crypto accounts. You must store this phrase offline, never share it, and never type it into websites, screenshots, or cloud storage services.
Securing your wallet and assets
Security is the core reason Ledger.com/start exists, and following its recommendations builds a strong foundation for long-term crypto storage. The combination of offline key storage, secure element chips, and on-device confirmation significantly hardens your setup against remote attacks.