Ledger.com/start – Get Started With Your Ledger Wallet

Getting started with a Ledger hardware wallet is easier when you follow the correct setup process from the beginning. This guide explains the basic steps for preparing your Ledger device, installing the official companion application, and learning the security practices that help protect your crypto assets.

How to Set Up a Ledger Wallet

Begin by obtaining your Ledger device from an official source or authorized reseller. Before using it, check the package and device for anything unusual. Ledger recommends using trusted sources when purchasing a hardware wallet.

Next, visit the official Ledger.com/start page and follow the current setup instructions. The official Ledger website provides access to its wallet application for supported desktop and mobile platforms.

After installing the application, connect your Ledger device and follow the instructions displayed on the device and computer or phone. During setup, you may create a PIN and receive a Secret Recovery Phrase. Your recovery information is extremely important because it can provide access to your crypto accounts if you need to restore your wallet.

Keep Your Recovery Phrase Private

Never share your Secret Recovery Phrase with another person or enter it into an unfamiliar website, form, message, or application. Ledger specifically warns users that it will never ask for their recovery phrase.

Store your recovery information offline in a secure location and treat it as the backup to your wallet.

Manage Crypto With Ledger Wallet

Once your device is configured, the Ledger Wallet application can help you view accounts and manage supported digital assets. Depending on the asset and available services, users can send, receive, buy, swap, stake, and perform other crypto activities through the application.

For troubleshooting, account questions, security information, and official product documentation, use Ledger's Support Center rather than relying on unofficial downloads or support messages.

Helpful Official Resources

For accurate setup information, always check the latest official Ledger documentation because product names, applications, and setup instructions can change over time.

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