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Crypto is empowering—but only when you truly control your assets. Ledger gives you that control, combining cutting-edge security with a simple, guided setup. With Ledger, your crypto stays in your hands—protected, accessible, and ready for the opportunities ahead.
Millions of people worldwide rely on Ledger to safeguard their digital assets. Whether you’re just starting or expanding your portfolio, Ledger provides a secure foundation so you can focus on managing your crypto with confidence.
Why Ledger is Different
Most crypto storage solutions—exchanges, online wallets, or software apps—store private keys connected to the internet. While convenient, this exposes your assets to potential hacks and phishing attacks.
Ledger hardware wallets solve this problem by keeping private keys offline, in a tamper-resistant device that only you can access. This approach ensures:
- Only you control your crypto
- Transactions require your physical confirmation on the device
- Assets remain secure even if your computer or phone is compromised
In short, Ledger gives you true self-custody—your crypto, your rules.
Getting Started
Start by making sure your Ledger device is purchased from Ledger or an authorized reseller. Authentic devices are sealed, verified, and ready for secure setup.
Next, download Ledger Live, the official Ledger companion app for desktop or mobile. Ledger Live guides you through setup and becomes your control center for managing, sending, and receiving crypto.
During setup, you’ll:
- Set a PIN code for device access
- Generate a 24-word recovery phrase
- Confirm the recovery phrase directly on the device
Your recovery phrase is your most important backup. It allows you to restore your wallet if your Ledger device is lost or damaged. Keep it offline in a secure place. Never share it, never photograph it, and never enter it on a website or app. Ledger will never ask for it.
Manage Your Crypto with Ease
Once your device is ready, Ledger Live lets you manage thousands of cryptocurrencies and tokens from a single interface. You can:
- Add and organize accounts
- Send and receive crypto safely
- Track balances and transaction history
- Monitor your portfolio in real time
Every action is verified on your device. This ensures you always know exactly what’s happening and prevents unauthorized transactions.
Explore More While Staying Secure
Ledger doesn’t just protect your crypto—it lets you participate in the crypto ecosystem safely. Through Ledger Live and trusted integrations, you can:
- Stake supported assets to earn rewards
- Swap crypto securely
- Connect to decentralized apps (dApps) and Web3 platforms
Even when interacting with third-party platforms, your private keys stay safely offline on your Ledger device. You remain in full control.
Security at Ledger’s Core
Ledger devices are built around a Secure Element chip, the same type of tamper-resistant technology used in passports, payment cards, and secure ID systems. This chip keeps your private keys safe from physical or digital attacks.
Ledger also runs a custom operating system built specifically for crypto security. Combined with continuous audits, open-source components, and research by independent security experts, Ledger stays ahead of threats to your digital assets.
Security isn’t optional—it’s the foundation of every Ledger device.
Your Crypto, Your Control
Crypto is about freedom and ownership, but those benefits only matter if your assets are secure. Ledger gives you the tools to take charge—without sacrificing usability.
By setting up your Ledger device at ledger.com/start, you’re choosing a safe, modern, and trusted way to manage digital assets. You hold the keys. You approve every transaction. And you protect your financial future.