Ledger® Start Guide — Official Setup for Ledger Wallets

The Ledger® Start Guide is your official walkthrough to complete the Ledger wallet setup process. This Ledger Start Guide provides step-by-step instructions to set up, initialize, and secure your Ledger wallet. Use this Ledger Start Guide if you want a clear, trusted, and official setup for Ledger wallets — the Ledger Start Guide helps you install Ledger Live, set a PIN, back up your recovery phrase, verify firmware, and learn how to login and use your Ledger wallet safely.

Get started with the Ledger® Start Guide

This quick-start section of the Ledger Start Guide explains the first things to do when you unbox your Ledger device. Follow the Ledger Start Guide to ensure a secure Ledger wallet setup and to avoid common setup mistakes.

  1. Visit the official start page — Open the official Ledger® Start Guide page to access verified downloads and the recommended Ledger wallet setup steps. Official setup for Ledger wallets reduces risk and ensures you use authentic software.
  2. Check the package — Verify tamper-evidence on the Ledger package before you begin the Ledger wallet setup. The Ledger Start Guide emphasizes authenticity checks to avoid counterfeit devices.
  3. Connect your Ledger — Plug your Ledger hardware wallet into your computer or compatible mobile device. The Ledger Start Guide walks you through connecting and recognizing the device.
  4. Install Ledger Live — Download Ledger Live from the official start guide and use it to manage apps and accounts after your Ledger wallet setup completes.
  5. Initialize and backup — Use the Ledger Start Guide to create a new recovery phrase or recover an existing wallet; write down your recovery phrase offline and store it safely.

Ledger wallet setup — detailed steps from the Ledger Start Guide

This section of the Ledger Start Guide provides more details for each step involved in Ledger wallet setup. Follow the Ledger Start Guide closely to ensure your Ledger wallet setup is correct and secure.

Initialize device

Follow the Ledger Start Guide to initialize your device. Choose to create a new wallet or restore a previous one. During initialization, the Ledger Start Guide explains how to generate and store your recovery phrase as part of Ledger wallet setup.

Set a secure PIN

Choose a strong PIN during the Ledger wallet setup. The Ledger Start Guide covers PIN selection and how PIN is used for local device login and protection.

Backup recovery phrase

Write down your recovery phrase on the supplied recovery sheet. The Ledger Start Guide instructs you never to store the recovery phrase digitally and explains how it is used to restore your Ledger wallet.

Install apps in Ledger Live

After the Ledger wallet setup, use Ledger Live to install coin-specific apps, add accounts, and monitor balances. Ledger Live is part of the official Ledger Start Guide flow.

First login & test transfer

Once you finish the Ledger wallet setup, log in via Ledger Live and perform a small test transfer. The Ledger Start Guide recommends a test transaction to verify addresses and signatures are correct and that the setup was successful.

Security best practices — follow the Ledger Start Guide

Security is the core of the Ledger Start Guide. Implement these Ledger wallet setup and after-setup security steps to keep your assets safe.

  1. Only use official downloads — Get Ledger Live and all installers from the official Ledger Start Guide page to avoid malicious software.
  2. Record your recovery phrase offline — Never photograph or store your recovery phrase digitally; the Ledger Start Guide stresses offline storage.
  3. Verify firmware — Use the Ledger Start Guide to check firmware legitimacy before installing updates.
  4. Confirm addresses on device — Always verify receiving addresses directly on the Ledger device screen before sending funds.
  5. Keep firmware & software up to date — The Ledger Start Guide recommends timely updates to patch security issues.

Following these Ledger Start Guide security best practices during and after Ledger wallet setup significantly reduces risk and helps ensure your Ledger wallet remains secure.

Common setup scenarios covered by the Ledger Start Guide

The Ledger Start Guide includes walkthroughs for common scenarios you may face during Ledger wallet setup and early use.

Restore from recovery phrase

If you already have a recovery phrase, the Ledger Start Guide explains how to restore your Ledger wallet and access your accounts quickly and securely.

Multiple accounts & tokens

After Ledger wallet setup, Ledger Live supports managing multiple accounts and many tokens. The Ledger Start Guide shows how to add accounts and manage different assets.

Firmware update process

If a firmware update is needed, the Ledger Start Guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to update safely and verify the update.