Ledger Live Desktop®

Your Gateway to Secure Crypto Management

What is Ledger Live Desktop?

The Ledger Live Desktop application is your all-in-one companion for the Ledger hardware wallet (like the Ledger Nano S Plus or Nano X). It's the official software that provides a secure and user-friendly interface to manage your cryptocurrency portfolio.

Think of your Ledger hardware wallet as an impenetrable vault for your private keys (the passwords to your crypto). The Ledger Live Desktop app is the secure dashboard that lets you look inside that vault, see your balance, and safely make transactions without ever exposing your keys to the internet.

From checking your portfolio's value in real-time to sending and receiving over 5,500 different coins and tokens, Ledger Live is the core of your secure crypto experience.

Key Features

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    Total Security: All critical operations, like signing a transaction, are confirmed on your physical Ledger hardware wallet. Your private keys never leave your device.
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    One App, All Assets: Manage Bitcoin, Ethereum, NFTs, and thousands of other tokens from a single, unified dashboard. No more switching between different wallet apps.
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    Grow Your Portfolio: Directly through the Ledger Live Desktop app, you can securely stake your assets (like ETH, SOL, DOT) to earn rewards, or swap tokens through integrated partners.
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    Buy & Sell: Purchase your first crypto or cash out your profits using fiat currency (USD, EUR, etc.) through Ledger's trusted third-party providers, all within the app.

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Getting Started in 5 Steps

  1. 1.
    Download & Install: Only download Ledger Live Desktop from the official Ledger website. Never download it from other sources to avoid malicious software. Install it on your computer.
  2. 2.
    Connect & Initialize: Open the app and connect your Ledger Nano device using the USB cable. The app will guide you through setting up your device for the first time or restoring from a recovery phrase.
  3. 3.
    Secure Your Recovery Phrase: This is the MOST important step. Write down your 24-word recovery phrase on the provided sheets and store it somewhere extremely safe and private. This is the only backup for your crypto.
  4. 4.
    Install Apps on Device: Use the "Manager" tab in Ledger Live Desktop to install the apps for the crypto you want to manage (e.g., "Bitcoin," "Ethereum").
  5. 5.
    Add Accounts: Once the apps are on your device, go to the "Accounts" tab in Ledger Live and add your corresponding accounts. You can now send, receive, and view your balance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ledger Live Desktop?

Ledger Live Desktop is the official software application from Ledger that acts as the main interface for your Ledger hardware wallet (like the Nano X or Nano S Plus). It allows you to securely set up your device, install apps, check your crypto portfolio, send/receive assets, and access Web3 dApps.

Is Ledger Live Desktop secure?

Yes. The application itself is a secure dashboard, but the true security comes from your hardware wallet. All your private keys remain offline, locked inside your physical Ledger device. All transactions must be manually verified and signed on the device's screen. Ledger Live Desktop cannot access your keys, it can only communicate with the device to request signatures.

What cryptocurrencies are supported?

Ledger Live Desktop, in combination with your hardware wallet, supports over 5,500 different coins and tokens. This includes major assets like Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and all ERC-20 tokens, as well as many other blockchains like Solana (SOL), Polkadot (DOT), Cardano (ADA), and more. You can also manage your NFTs securely.

Can I buy and sell crypto directly in the app?

Yes, you can. Ledger Live Desktop integrates with several third-party partners that allow you to buy crypto with fiat currency (like USD, EUR) or sell your crypto back to fiat. These transactions are deposited directly into (or sent from) your secure Ledger-protected accounts.

Do I need a Ledger hardware wallet to use Ledger Live?

Yes. The Ledger Live Desktop software is designed specifically to work as the interface for a Ledger hardware wallet (like the Ledger Nano series). The app will not function without a physical device to connect to, as the device holds the private keys necessary to manage your assets.