🖥️ Ledger® Live: Desktop | Getting Started - Ledger® | 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭

Welcome to Ledger! If you're new to crypto or just setting up your Ledger hardware wallet, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know to get started with Ledger® Live: Desktop — your all-in-one solution to securely manage your crypto.

Ledger Live is the official desktop application designed to work with your Ledger Nano X or Ledger Nano S Plus. It helps you manage, send, receive, stake, and grow your digital assets safely, while keeping your private keys offline and protected.

🔽 Step 1: Download Ledger Live

Start by downloading Ledger Live from the official Ledger website:

🔗 https://www.ledger.com/ledger-live

✅ Important: Only download Ledger Live from the official site to avoid scams or malware.

Ledger Live is compatible with:

• Windows 10+
• macOS 10.14+
• Linux

🔐 Step 2: Set Up Your Ledger Device

When you launch Ledger Live for the first time, you’ll see options to:

• Set up as a new device
• Restore from recovery phrase
• Use an already initialized device

Choose the option that matches your situation.

New Device Setup:

1. Connect your Ledger Nano X or S Plus via USB.
2. Set up a secure PIN code.
3. Write down your 24-word recovery phrase and store it in a safe place. (📢 Never share this phrase with anyone!)
4. Confirm the phrase on your device.

🔄 Step 3: Pair Your Device with Ledger Live

Once your device is set up:

1. Open Ledger Live.
2. Select "Initialize as new device" (if not already done).
3. The app will verify your device and install the latest firmware.
4. You’re now ready to add crypto accounts and manage assets securely.

➕ Step 4: Add Crypto Accounts

To manage your favorite cryptocurrencies:

1. Go to the Accounts tab.
2. Click “Add Account.”
3. Choose a crypto asset (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum).
4. Open the corresponding app on your Ledger device.
5. Ledger Live will sync and add your account.

Repeat this for each crypto you want to manage.

📤 Step 5: Send & Receive Crypto

To Receive:

• Go to “Receive”
• Select an account and verify the address on your device
• Share the address with the sender

To Send:

• Click “Send”
• Enter the recipient’s address, amount, and confirm the transaction
• Physically approve the transaction on your Ledger device

📈 Optional: Buy, Swap, Stake & Earn

With Ledger Live, you can do much more:

• Buy crypto with bank card or transfer via trusted partners
• Swap assets instantly within the app
• Stake crypto like ETH, DOT, and XTZ to earn passive rewards

All transactions remain fully secure with device-level confirmation.

🛡️ Security Tips

• Keep your 24-word recovery phrase private and offline
• Always double-check transaction details on your Ledger device
• Enable app and firmware updates to stay protected
• Never disclose personal or wallet info online

🆘 Need Help?

Visit the Ledger Support Center for step-by-step guides, FAQs, and troubleshooting assistance.

Ledger Live: Desktop gives you complete control over your crypto, with the trusted security of a hardware wallet. You're now ready to explore the world of digital assets with confidence! 🚀🔐

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