Ledger hardware wallets are designed to protect your digital assets with unmatched security. This guide takes you step-by-step from unboxing to advanced security practices, helping beginners and crypto enthusiasts securely manage their portfolios.
Open your Ledger package carefully. Inside, you will find the hardware wallet, USB cable, recovery sheet, and quick-start guide. Check for tampering; Ledger devices are shipped sealed and uninitialized.
Connect your Ledger device to a computer or smartphone. Choose to either create a new wallet or restore an existing one using your recovery phrase.
Choose a PIN that is unique and difficult to guess. Avoid obvious patterns like “1234” or repeated digits. Multiple failed attempts will temporarily lock the device to prevent unauthorized access.
Your 24-word recovery phrase is the ultimate key to your crypto wallet. Keep it secure:
Ledger Live is the official management app for your wallet. With Ledger Live, you can monitor balances, send and receive crypto, install apps for specific currencies, and update your device firmware securely.
After installing the cryptocurrency apps, add accounts in Ledger Live. Each account tracks balances, transactions, and provides a secure interface to manage your assets.
Always verify wallet addresses on the Ledger device itself. Use Ledger Live to safely send and receive crypto, confirming each transaction carefully to prevent errors and phishing attacks.
Regularly update your device firmware and apps via Ledger Live. Updates improve device security, add new features, and ensure compatibility with new cryptocurrencies and blockchain networks.
Your Ledger wallet setup is now complete. By following best security practices, updating firmware, and safeguarding your recovery phrase, your crypto assets are well-protected. Ledger provides a reliable foundation for securely managing and growing your cryptocurrency portfolio.