Welcome to your official Ledger hardware wallet setup guide. Whether you’ve just received your Ledger Nano S Plus, Ledger Nano X, or Ledger Stax, it’s crucial to follow secure and verified steps to ensure your device is authentic and properly configured. Starting from the official setup page ensures you're following the correct process to protect your digital assets.
Ledger.com/Start® is the only authorized source for initializing your Ledger device. It offers trusted, step-by-step instructions that walk you through the entire setup process. Using any unofficial setup guide or third-party site can expose you to risks such as scams, phishing attacks, or compromised devices. Ledger.com/Start® ensures you're using verified tools and guidance directly from Ledger's team.
Before starting the setup process, make sure you have:
Make sure you're in a private, secure environment. Never share your screen or device with others during setup.
Start by connecting your Ledger wallet to your computer or smartphone. Use the physical buttons on the device to navigate the on-screen instructions.
Ledger Live is the official application for managing your crypto assets. You can use it to install apps, view balances, send and receive assets, and more. Ensure you are downloading the app from the official source as instructed during setup.
Select the option to set up a new device. The wallet will generate a unique 24-word recovery phrase. This phrase is your backup and the only way to recover your assets if the device is lost or reset.
Carefully record the 24 words in the correct order. Use the recovery sheet provided in the box. Never store your recovery phrase digitally (no screenshots or photos) and never share it with anyone. Ledger will never ask you for this phrase.
Create a secure PIN code to lock and unlock your device. Choose a PIN that is difficult to guess and known only to you.
Ledger Live will automatically verify that your device is genuine. This security check helps confirm that the device hasn’t been tampered with and is safe to use.
Once your wallet is initialized, use Ledger Live to install apps for the cryptocurrencies you wish to use, such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and others. Each app enables you to create accounts and manage specific assets.
After setup, your Ledger wallet becomes your main tool for securely storing and managing your digital assets. You’ll use it to:
Ledger devices offer cold storage security by keeping your private keys offline, out of reach from hackers and malicious software. Combined with Ledger Live, the hardware wallet gives you full control over your assets in a user-friendly way.
Setting up your Ledger device via the official Ledger.com/Start® process is the most important first step to securing your crypto. By following the verified instructions and keeping your recovery phrase safe, you gain true control over your digital assets. Take your time, follow each step carefully, and enjoy peace of mind knowing your wallet is protected with world-class security.