Ledger® Live: Desktop

Getting Started – Ledger® Support

Introduction

Ledger® Live Desktop is a secure application designed to manage your cryptocurrency assets easily while keeping them protected. By connecting your Ledger hardware wallet, Ledger® Live ensures your private keys remain offline, safeguarding your funds from potential online threats. This guide provides a step-by-step introduction to get started with Ledger® Live Desktop.

Installing Ledger® Live

  1. Visit the official Ledger® website and navigate to the Ledger® Live download page.
  2. Choose the correct version for your operating system (Windows, macOS, Linux).
  3. Download the installation file and follow the on-screen instructions to install the application.
  4. Once installed, open Ledger® Live and proceed to the onboarding steps.
Tip: Always download Ledger® Live from the official Ledger® website to avoid counterfeit versions.

Setting Up Your Ledger Hardware Wallet

Before using Ledger® Live, ensure your Ledger hardware wallet (Nano S, Nano X, etc.) is set up. This involves initializing the device, creating a secure PIN code, and writing down your recovery phrase. Ledger® Live will guide you through pairing your hardware wallet for the first time.

Pairing Your Device

Connect your Ledger device to your computer via USB. Open Ledger® Live and select “Get Started.” Choose whether you are setting up a new device or restoring an existing one. Follow the prompts to pair the device securely.

Adding Accounts

Ledger® Live allows you to manage multiple cryptocurrency accounts. After connecting your device:

  1. Navigate to the “Accounts” section in Ledger® Live.
  2. Select the cryptocurrency you want to add.
  3. Follow the on-screen instructions to synchronize the account with your Ledger hardware wallet.
Tip: You can add multiple accounts for the same cryptocurrency to better manage your portfolio.

Managing Transactions

Ledger® Live Desktop lets you send and receive crypto securely. All transactions are verified on your Ledger device, ensuring that private keys never leave the hardware wallet. This added layer of security protects you from malware or unauthorized access.

Sending Crypto

  1. Open the “Send” tab in Ledger® Live.
  2. Enter the recipient’s address and the amount.
  3. Confirm the transaction details on your hardware wallet.

Receiving Crypto

  1. Open the “Receive” tab in Ledger® Live.
  2. Select the account and display the address on your hardware wallet.
  3. Share this address with the sender securely.

Security Best Practices

Maintaining the security of your Ledger device and Ledger® Live is crucial. Never share your PIN code or recovery phrase, and always keep your software updated. Enable features such as two-factor authentication if supported.

Security Tip: Ledger® Live never asks for your recovery phrase. If prompted, it’s a scam attempt.

Conclusion

Ledger® Live Desktop provides a powerful and secure interface to manage cryptocurrency assets. By combining a user-friendly application with Ledger hardware wallets, it ensures both ease of use and maximum security. Following this getting started guide, users can confidently manage, send, and receive crypto assets while keeping their funds safe.