The official Ledger.com/start guide walks you through every step of initializing your Ledger Nano S Plus or Ledger Nano X. From checking authenticity to recording your recovery phrase and installing Ledger Live, this is the verified way to protect your digital assets with unmatched security.
Unbox your Ledger device and ensure the packaging is intact. Authentic Ledger devices come sealed. If anything looks suspicious, stop and contact Ledger support.
Download Ledger Live from Ledger.com/start. This official app helps you update firmware, install coin apps, and manage accounts in a secure environment.
Create a PIN directly on your Ledger device. Write down the 24-word recovery phrase shown on the screen and keep it safe offline. It’s the only way to recover funds.
Connect to Ledger Live, update firmware if required, then install apps for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other assets. Confirm all transactions on your device screen for maximum safety.
Ledger hardware wallets secure your private keys inside a Secure Element chip, keeping them offline and protected from online attacks. Using the Ledger.com/start setup ensures you avoid fake guides and phishing websites.
Only download Ledger Live from the official site. Ledger will never ask for your recovery phrase via email, phone, or support messages. Bookmark the URL to stay safe.
By combining physical confirmation on your Ledger device with software verification in Ledger Live, you gain true ownership of your crypto assets.
You can restore your funds on a new device using your 24-word recovery phrase. Without it, your assets cannot be recovered.
Yes. Ledger Live supports popular blockchains and allows you to manage NFTs securely with device confirmation.
Firmware updates enhance security, add support for new assets, and fix potential bugs. Always update via Ledger Live.