Ledger.com/Start

Welcome to the official start page for your Ledger® hardware wallet — Nano X or Nano S Plus.

Getting Started with Ledger

Ledger.com/Start is the official onboarding portal for all Ledger® devices. It guides you through the setup process, firmware installation, and the creation of your secure recovery phrase. Using Ledger Live, you can manage, buy, sell, and stake cryptocurrencies safely from your desktop or mobile device.

What You’ll Need

  • Your Ledger Nano X or Nano S Plus device.
  • The original USB cable (or Bluetooth for Nano X mobile setup).
  • A computer or smartphone with an internet connection.
  • Access to ledger.com/start.

Step-by-Step Setup

  1. Visit ledger.com/start.
  2. Download and install the official Ledger Live App for your operating system.
  3. Connect your Ledger device via USB and open Ledger Live.
  4. Follow on-screen instructions to initialize your device and set a PIN code.
  5. Write down your 24-word recovery phrase on the provided recovery sheet and store it offline.
  6. Install apps for the cryptocurrencies you plan to manage.
  7. Access your crypto accounts securely using Ledger Live.
Important: Never share your recovery phrase with anyone. Ledger will never ask for it — not even during updates or support chats.

Using Ledger Live

Ledger Live is your all-in-one dashboard for managing digital assets. It allows you to check balances, send and receive crypto, swap tokens, and stake coins securely. Every transaction is verified and confirmed directly on your Ledger device.

  • Supports 5,000+ crypto assets and NFTs.
  • Offers live market data and portfolio tracking.
  • Enables staking for select cryptocurrencies like ETH, ADA, and DOT.
  • Provides firmware and app updates directly from Ledger.

Security Tips

  • Always verify URLs — only use https://ledger.com/start for downloads.
  • Never type your recovery phrase into any website or software.
  • Keep your recovery sheet in a secure offline location.
  • Ensure your Ledger Live app is up to date.
  • Only confirm transactions that match the information on your device screen.

Troubleshooting

  • Device not detected: Try a different USB port or cable. Restart Ledger Live.
  • Firmware update issues: Reconnect the device and retry. Ensure your internet is stable.
  • Forgot PIN: You’ll need to reset the device and restore it using your recovery phrase.
  • Ledger Live not installing: Temporarily disable antivirus or firewall and reinstall from the official site.