Ledger Wallet™ Quick Start Guide
Ledger Wallet™ Quick Start Guide
1. Download Ledger Wallet™
- Go to the official Ledger website: ledger.com/ledger-live
- Choose your platform: Windows / macOS / Linux / iOS / Android
- Download and install the app.
2. Unbox and Inspect Device
- Check that the Ledger device is sealed and untampered.
- Ensure it’s not preconfigured with a PIN or recovery phrase.
- Inside the box: Ledger device, USB cable, recovery sheet, quick start guide.
3. Set Up Ledger Device
- Connect the device via USB or Bluetooth.
- Power it on and select:
- Set up as new device OR
- Restore from recovery phrase
- Create a PIN code on the device.
- Write down your 24-word recovery phrase on the sheet provided.
- Confirm the recovery phrase on the device.
⚠️ Never share your recovery phrase or store it digitally.
4. Link to Ledger Wallet™
- Open Ledger Wallet™ on your computer or mobile.
- Follow prompts to connect your Ledger device.
- Ledger Wallet™ will guide you to add cryptocurrency accounts.
5. Add Cryptocurrency Accounts
- Go to Accounts → Add account
- Select the cryptocurrency you want to manage.
- Connect your Ledger device to confirm.
- Your balances and transaction history appear in Ledger Wallet™.
6. Send and Receive Crypto
To Receive:
- Click Receive, select account, verify address on device, share address.
To Send:
- Click Send, enter recipient address & amount, confirm on device.
7. Security Best Practices
- Never share your PIN or recovery phrase.
- Keep your recovery phrase offline in a safe location.
- Only update firmware and apps via Ledger Wallet™.
- Enable passphrase protection for extra security.