Ledger Live is the official desktop and mobile companion app for Ledger hardware wallets. It puts your crypto portfolio, transaction history, staking options, and security tools in one polished interface — while keeping your private keys offline on your Ledger device.
Ledger Live is a secure application built by Ledger to interact with the Ledger hardware wallet family. It supports account management for 5,500+ coins and tokens, app installations on your device, firmware updates, swapping, staking, and integrations with third-party services. You always sign transactions on the physical device, so private keys never touch your internet-connected machine.
Ledger Live is designed for users who want a balance of convenience and maximum security. By combining a clear UI with hardware-backed signing, Ledger Live reduces the typical attack surface that comes from storing private keys on a phone or PC.
The heart of Ledger's approach is the hardware wallet — a dedicated device that stores your private keys. Ledger Live is intentionally isolated from key storage: every transaction must be approved on the device itself. That separation prevents remote compromise from exposing keys during normal use.
Ledger Live works with Ledger Nano S Plus, Ledger Nano X and other Ledger devices. Follow Ledger’s official setup guides when adding a new device to Ledger Live.
Setting up Ledger Live is straightforward. You’ll need a Ledger hardware device, a computer or phone, and a secure place to store your recovery phrase.
Download the app from Ledger’s official page and verify the file integrity if you prefer an extra layer of safety.
Follow the prompts to create or restore a wallet. Ledger devices generate a recovery phrase — write it down and store it off‑line. Never share this phrase with anyone.
Use Ledger Live to add accounts for the coins you hold. Ledger Live will detect installed apps and help you manage them.
Open the Receive flow, connect your Ledger device, select the account and address, then verify the address on your device before sharing it with the sender.
Create the transaction in Ledger Live, review the details, then physically confirm the transaction on your Ledger device. This ensures the unsigned transaction cannot be tampered with by malware on your computer.
Ledger Live integrates with exchange and swap partners for fiat on-ramps and peer-to-peer swaps. It also supports third-party apps (like DeFi dashboards) via integrations. Always check partner reputations and terms before authorizing them.
Unlike purely software wallets, Ledger Live relies on hardware custody — private keys are generated and stored in the secure element of the Ledger device. This provides a higher barrier against remote attacks while still offering a usable app interface.
Ledger Live suits both beginners and experienced users who want stronger protection for long-term holdings. It’s also friendly for those who trade occasionally or who want to stake assets without moving keys into custodial services.
Quick access to Ledger resources: Download Ledger Live · Ledger Support · Ledger Shop