Ledger® Live Desktop — Secure Crypto Management
Ledger Live Desktop is the official application for Ledger hardware wallets. It allows you to securely manage, send, receive, buy, swap, and stake your cryptocurrencies while keeping your private keys offline.
What is Ledger Live?
Ledger Live is a desktop application designed to work alongside your Ledger Nano hardware wallet. It provides a user-friendly interface to manage multiple cryptocurrencies with maximum security.
Key Features
- Secure portfolio management for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and 1800+ supported coins.
- Send and receive crypto with verification directly on your hardware wallet.
- Buy, swap, and stake supported cryptocurrencies in-app.
- Install and update blockchain apps via Ledger Live Manager.
Getting Started
- Download Ledger Live from the official Ledger website.
- Install the app and connect your Ledger hardware wallet.
- Create a PIN and securely store your 24-word recovery phrase offline.
- Install blockchain apps and add accounts to manage your crypto portfolio.
- Perform a small test transaction to confirm everything is working correctly.
Security Tip: Always verify transaction details on your Ledger device screen and never share your recovery phrase with anyone.
Conclusion
Ledger Live Desktop combines ease-of-use with military-grade security. By keeping your private keys offline and signing transactions on-device, it ensures your digital assets remain safe and under your control.