Ledger® Live: Login | Getting started™ with Ledger®

Simple, secure steps to start using your Ledger device and Ledger Live

Overview

This guide walks you through logging into Ledger Live and completing initial setup — including connecting a Ledger hardware wallet, creating/adding accounts, securing your recovery phrase, and basic troubleshooting. The content is concise and suitable for presenting in an office environment or converting into slides.

Before you begin

Checklist:

Computer or smartphone with the latest Ledger Live app installed.
Ledger device (Ledger Nano S Plus / Nano X) with original cable.
Secure, private space to write down your recovery phrase.
Latest OS updates and a reliable internet connection.

Time: ~10–20 min

Difficulty: Easy

Security: High

Step-by-step: Login & initial setup

Install Ledger Live: Download from the official Ledger site and install. Open the app.
Create or restore: Choose Create new device if your device is new, or Restore device if you have a recovery phrase.
Connect your Ledger: Plug in your device and unlock it using the physical buttons per on-screen prompts.
Set PIN: Create a secure PIN on the device — never share it.
Write your recovery phrase: Record the 24-word recovery phrase on the provided card; store offline and secure.
Add accounts: In Ledger Live, go to Accounts → Add account and choose the cryptocurrency you want to track.
Sync & verify: Ledger Live will synchronize balances and transactions; verify addresses on the physical device before sending.

Security best practices

Treat your recovery phrase as the highest-value secret: never take photos, never store it digitally, and never share it. Use a safe or secure offline storage. Confirm addresses on your Ledger device before approving transactions.

Troubleshooting (quick)

If Ledger Live reports "device not found", replug cable and enable USB on the device; try a different cable or USB port.
If app versions mismatch, update Ledger Live and firmware using the Manager section.
If you lose your device, use the 24-word recovery phrase on a new Ledger device or compatible wallet to restore funds.

FAQ & Official Links

Official sources and further reading:

Summary

Ledger Live paired with a Ledger hardware wallet provides a secure way to manage crypto. Follow the setup steps carefully: install Ledger Live, create or restore your device, secure your recovery phrase, and always verify transactions on the physical device. For enterprise or office distribution, convert this HTML to a PDF or import into PowerPoint — the typography, colors, and print-friendly CSS are prepared to remain faithful when exported.