Your official step‑by‑step gateway to setting up your Ledger hardware wallet securely.
Go to ledger.com/start
ledger.com/start
is the official onboarding portal provided by Ledger for all new users of Ledger hardware wallets (Nano S Plus, Nano X, Stax, etc.). It guides you through each step of setup, from unboxing and device verification to downloading Ledger Live, initializing your wallet, and managing your assets safely.
This page is designed to protect you from phishing or fake instructions. Always make sure you are using the correct URL and secure HTTPS connection. Security is core to Ledger’s philosophy.
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yourself, check for the padlock icon, and never trust links from emails or social media that ask for your 24‑word recovery phrase.
When you receive your Ledger device, make sure the packaging is sealed and intact. Ledger uses tamper-evident packaging. Do not use devices that arrive pre-configured or with unofficial packaging.
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In your browser, go to https://www.ledger.com/start
. On this page you choose your device model and proceed with the guided setup. Do **not** go through any other link or download page from unknown sources.
Ledger Live is the official companion app (desktop & mobile) to control your Ledger device, manage assets, perform firmware updates, and interact with DeFi, NFTs, and more. Select the appropriate version (Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android). Verify checksums if provided.
Plug your Ledger device into your computer (or use Bluetooth if your model supports it). Choose “Set up as new device” unless you're restoring from an existing recovery phrase. Follow prompts to choose a secure PIN (4–8 digits).
Your Ledger will display a 24‑word recovery phrase. Write these down on the recovery sheet included (in order). Confirm the phrase on the device itself.
In Ledger Live, install applications for the cryptocurrencies you intend to use (Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc.). Then add accounts associated with those apps. Ledger Live will synchronize balances and transaction history.
You can now send and receive crypto, view your portfolio, stake certain assets, and explore Web3 & NFT integrations. Every outgoing transaction must be approved on the physical Ledger device screen, ensuring that malware on your computer cannot falsify transactions.
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.If your recovery phrase is lost, there is no way to recover access to your funds. Your device cannot help retrieve it. Always create multiple offline backups during setup.
Once setup is complete, you’ll mostly interact via Ledger Live. The ledger.com/start
page is primarily used for onboarding, updates, troubleshooting, and security reminders.
https://www.ledger.com/start
before proceeding.Yes — it’s Ledger’s official onboarding portal. Always ensure you’ve typed the correct URL and see the padlock icon (HTTPS). Avoid links forwarded by others.
Yes — the onboarding flow supports different device models. You can repeat the process for each device you own.
That is a red flag of counterfeit or tampered hardware. Genuine Ledger devices always come uninitialized and sealed. If you suspect tampering, do not use it and contact Ledger support.
The onboarding flow also provides an option “Restore from recovery phrase.” Use this only if you legitimately have the 24‑word phrase from before.
Yes — for visiting the website, downloading Ledger Live, and synchronizing account data. However, your private keys remain offline on your Ledger device.
The ledger.com/start
page represents the secure, official start of your Ledger wallet journey. It ensures you set up your hardware wallet correctly, download verified software, and adopt strong security practices from day one.
After setup, your primary interface will be Ledger Live — but the principles and vigilance you learn here (secure backups, firmware updates, anti-phishing awareness) protect your crypto long-term.
Ready to begin? Visit ledger.com/start, follow the steps carefully, and take control of your digital assets with confidence.