Welcome to Ledger.com/start, the official site to get started with your Ledger® hardware wallet. Whether you are a first-time crypto investor or a seasoned digital asset holder, your Ledger device is the key to securing your cryptocurrency safely and independently. Ledger hardware wallets are trusted by millions worldwide for their uncompromising security, user-friendly design, and versatility in supporting thousands of cryptocurrencies.
A Ledger® hardware wallet is a physical device that protects your private keys offline, keeping your digital assets safe from hackers, phishing attacks, and malware. Unlike software or exchange wallets, Ledger devices store your private keys inside a secure element chip — a tamper-resistant component certified to meet the highest security standards (CC EAL5+). This ensures that even if your computer or phone is compromised, your crypto remains fully protected.
Popular models include the Ledger Nano X, Ledger Nano S Plus, and Ledger Stax. Each model integrates seamlessly with Ledger Live, the official companion app for managing, buying, selling, and staking cryptocurrencies.
Setting up your Ledger® device is quick and simple. Follow these official steps to ensure your wallet is initialized safely and correctly:
Security and independence are the foundation of Ledger’s mission. By storing your private keys offline, you maintain full control of your crypto — no third-party exchange or platform can access it. Each Ledger device combines advanced encryption, a secure operating system (BOLOS), and hardware verification features to ensure total protection.
Ledger® wallets are designed for long-term digital asset security, supporting over 5,500 cryptocurrencies and NFTs. With Ledger Live, you can also buy, swap, and stake crypto directly from your wallet while maintaining full ownership.
Ledger Live is the official companion app that connects with your Ledger device. It allows you to manage all your crypto assets in one secure place — view your portfolio, install apps, and perform transactions with ease. Ledger Live supports both desktop and mobile operating systems and integrates with leading Web3 and DeFi applications.
Through Ledger Live, you can buy crypto with fiat currencies, stake tokens for passive income, and explore decentralized apps (dApps) — all while keeping your private keys offline on your Ledger device.
By following these precautions, you ensure that your digital assets remain fully secure and accessible only to you.
Your journey toward full crypto ownership begins at Ledger.com/start. Set up your Ledger® device today and experience the peace of mind that comes with knowing your digital wealth is protected by the world’s most trusted hardware wallet.
Ledger® — Your keys. Your crypto. Your future.