Ledger Live | Getting started
🧠 Ledger Live is the official companion app for Ledger hardware wallets like the Nano S Plus, Nano X, and Ledger Stax. It’s designed to help users securely manage their cryptocurrencies and NFTs from one intuitive interface—available on both desktop and mobile platforms.
🔐 Key Features
- Cold storage security: Your private keys stay offline on your Ledger device, never exposed to the internet.
- Multi-asset support: Manage over 5,500 coins and tokens including BTC, ETH, ADA, and ERC-20 assets.
- Portfolio tracking: Monitor balances, market prices, and performance in real time.
- Buy, sell, and swap: Use integrated third-party services to trade crypto directly within the app.
- Staking rewards: Stake coins like Ethereum, Polkadot, and Tezos to earn passive income.
- NFT management: View, send, and receive Ethereum and Polygon NFTs securely.
- Web3 access: Connect to dApps and DeFi platforms via WalletConnect or MetaMask.
🖥️ Desktop vs. Mobile
- Desktop app: Ideal for full portfolio control, firmware updates, and advanced features.
- Mobile app: Great for on-the-go access, Bluetooth support (Nano X), and quick transactions.
🚀 Getting Started
- Download Ledger Live from the official Ledger site.
- Connect your Ledger device via USB or Bluetooth.
- Set up or restore your wallet using your recovery phrase.
- Add crypto accounts and start managing your assets.
Ledger Live is trusted by millions for its blend of security, simplicity, and powerful features. Want help setting it up or comparing it with Trezor Suite? I can walk you through it.