Ledger.com/start | Secure Your Crypto with Confidence
Welcome to Ledger.com/start, where true ownership of digital assets begins. Crypto gives you the power to control your money, but that power only matters if your assets are secure. Ledger is designed to help you take full control of your crypto through industry-leading security, simple setup, and a trusted ecosystem used by millions worldwide.
Whether you’re buying crypto for the first time or managing a diverse portfolio, Ledger gives you the tools to protect, manage, and grow your digital assets safely.
Why Choose Ledger?
When you store crypto on an exchange or online wallet, you rely on third parties to protect your private keys. With Ledger, you remain the sole owner. Your private keys are generated and stored offline inside your Ledger device, never exposed to the internet.
This approach—called self-custody—means:
- Only you can access your crypto
- Your assets are protected from online attacks
- You stay in control, even if services or platforms go offline
Ledger hardware wallets are trusted by individuals, institutions, and security experts across the world.
Getting Started with Your Ledger Device
To begin, ensure your Ledger device was purchased directly from Ledger or an authorized reseller. This guarantees the authenticity and integrity of your device.
Next, download Ledger Live, the official application for desktop and mobile. Ledger Live is your secure dashboard for setting up your device, managing accounts, installing apps, and tracking your portfolio.
During setup, you will:
- Choose a PIN code to protect access to your device
- Generate a 24-word recovery phrase
- Confirm the recovery phrase directly on your Ledger screen
Your recovery phrase is the most important part of your wallet. It is the only backup that can restore your assets if your device is lost or damaged. Write it down on paper and store it in a secure, offline location. Never share it with anyone. Ledger will never ask for it—ever.
Manage Thousands of Assets in One Place
Ledger supports thousands of cryptocurrencies, tokens, and networks, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and many others. Through Ledger Live, you can:
- Send and receive crypto securely
- View balances and transaction history
- Install and manage blockchain apps
- Monitor your portfolio in real time
Every transaction must be physically approved on your Ledger device. This ensures that nothing happens without your explicit confirmation.
Explore the Crypto Ecosystem Safely
Ledger is more than storage—it’s your gateway to the crypto ecosystem. While your private keys remain protected on your device, you can safely explore a wide range of services, including:
- Staking supported assets to earn rewards
- Swapping crypto directly within Ledger Live
- Connecting to trusted third-party apps and decentralized platforms
This balance of security and flexibility allows you to participate in Web3 while maintaining full control over your assets.
Built with Security at Its Core
Ledger devices are built using a Secure Element chip, the same certified technology used in passports, credit cards, and secure payment systems. This chip protects sensitive information against both physical and digital attacks.
Ledger also runs a custom operating system designed specifically for crypto security. Combined with continuous audits, open-source components, and independent security research, Ledger maintains one of the highest security standards in the industry.
Security isn’t a feature—it’s the foundation.
Stay in Control, Today and Tomorrow
Crypto is about independence, transparency, and ownership. Ledger helps you live those values by giving you the tools to secure your assets without relying on intermediaries.
By completing your setup at ledger.com/start, you take an important step toward long-term crypto security. You remain in control of your funds, your keys, and your future—no matter how the crypto landscape evolves.