Your comprehensive guide to setting up and securing your Ledger hardware wallet. Protect your cryptocurrency with industry-leading security.
Setting up your Ledger hardware wallet is straightforward and secure. Follow these essential steps to protect your digital assets with military-grade security. Each step is designed to ensure maximum protection for your cryptocurrency investments.
Carefully unpack your Ledger Nano S Plus, Nano X, or Stax. Verify the device is genuine by checking the holographic seal and ensuring the box hasn't been tampered with.
Install the official Ledger Live application on your computer or mobile device. This software manages your crypto assets and provides secure access to your hardware wallet.
Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your PIN code and generate your 24-word recovery phrase. Write down your seed phrase on the provided recovery cards - never store it digitally.
Verify your device firmware is genuine through Ledger Live. Install cryptocurrency apps for the digital assets you want to manage and perform a test transaction to ensure everything works correctly.
Ledger hardware wallets provide the highest level of security for your cryptocurrency. Unlike software wallets, your private keys are stored offline in a secure chip, making them immune to online hacking attempts.
With support for over 5,500 cryptocurrencies and tokens, Ledger devices are compatible with popular wallets and DeFi applications. The intuitive Ledger Live app makes managing your portfolio simple and secure.
Join millions of users who trust Ledger to protect their digital assets. Get started today with the most secure hardware wallet solution.