Ledger Live — The Trusted App for Managing Your Ledger Wallet

Powerful, elegant, and secure — Ledger Live puts your crypto portfolio and device controls in one beautiful app. Manage assets, check balances, swap, stake, and keep your private keys offline with Ledger hardware.

What is Ledger Live?

Ledger Live is a desktop and mobile application designed to work seamlessly with Ledger hardware wallets. It provides a user-friendly interface for managing cryptocurrency assets while ensuring private keys never leave your device. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced hodler, Ledger Live gives you the tools to transact confidently.

Core benefits

Security-first design

Your private keys stay on your Ledger device. Transactions are signed offline and confirmed on the device’s secure screen.

Multi-asset support

Ledger Live supports a wide range of cryptocurrencies and tokens. See portfolio values in your preferred fiat currency and manage multiple accounts with ease.

Integrated services

Swap, buy, sell, and stake — Ledger Live integrates third-party services so you can take care of trades and earn rewards without exposing keys.

Getting started — quick setup

Download Ledger Live — Available for macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS and Android. Install the app from the official Ledger website or your device store.
Initialize your Ledger device — Follow on-screen steps to create a new wallet or restore from a recovery phrase. Always write your recovery phrase on the provided card and keep it offline.
Install apps — Within Ledger Live, open the Manager to install coin-specific apps that let your device recognize each cryptocurrency.
Add accounts — Use the Accounts tab to add wallets for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and more. Ledger Live will display balances and transaction history.

Features that matter

Portfolio & Activity

A clear dashboard gives you an at-a-glance view of your entire crypto portfolio. Track asset performance, historical charts, and recent activity across all connected accounts.

Secure transactions

When you send crypto, Ledger Live prepares the transaction but the device must physically confirm it — eliminating remote attackers from signing transactions for you.

Buy, Swap & Sell

Ledger Live partners with trusted providers to let you buy crypto with fiat, swap between tokens, or sell to fiat. Third-party services are integrated directly, while your keys remain on the device.

Staking & Earning

For supported assets, Ledger Live lets you delegate or stake directly from the app. Earn network rewards while keeping custody of your keys on your Ledger device.

Advanced tips & best practices

Always verify the address on your device screen before confirming. UI spoofing attacks try to change the address shown in the app — the device is the source of truth.
Keep firmware and Ledger Live updated to receive security patches and new coin support.
Use a passphrase for extra privacy if you're running multiple hidden wallets; treat it like a secret and never forget it.
Back up your recovery phrase — store it offline in a secure location. Never share it with anyone, and never enter it into websites or apps.

Troubleshooting common issues

Device not recognized: Try a different USB cable or port, ensure the device is unlocked and the correct app is open on the Ledger hardware. Reinstall the latest Ledger Live if needed.

Missing account balance: Make sure the correct coin app is installed on the device and re-sync the account in Ledger Live.

Privacy & compliance

Ledger Live is built with privacy in mind. While third-party integrations require lightweight data to process trades and swaps, your private keys and seed phrase remain strictly on your device. Always review the privacy details of integrated providers when using buy/sell services.

FAQ

Is Ledger Live free to use?

Yes — Ledger Live is free to download and use. Some third-party services integrated into the app (buy/swap providers) may charge fees.

Can I use Ledger Live without a Ledger device?

You can explore Ledger Live in limited mode, but full functionality (signing transactions, managing private keys) requires a Ledger hardware wallet.

What happens if I lose my Ledger device?

If you still have your recovery phrase, you can restore your wallet on a new Ledger device (or compatible wallet). If you lose both device and recovery phrase, funds cannot be recovered.