Ledger® Live: Login (en‑US) | Ledger Support

Ledger® Live is Ledger’s official desktop and mobile application designed to work seamlessly with hardware wallets (Nano S, Nano S Plus, Nano X, Stax). It enables you to securely manage your cryptocurrency portfolio—send, receive, stake, swap, and track assets—while keeping your private keys fully offline.

This guide walks you through everything you need to know to download, set up, log in, troubleshoot, and optimize your Ledger Live experience.

🛠️ 1. What Is Ledger Live?

• A unified portfolio manager, supporting 5,500+ coins, NFTs, and DeFi activities.
• Requires physical Ledger device to sign any transaction—no private keys ever leave the device Reddit+5begin-ledger-support-en-us.teachable.com+5begin-ledgr-support.netlify.app+5begin-ledger-support-sso.typedream.appsupport-ledgerlive-sso-cdn.bravesites.com.

Ledger Live provides:

• Dashboard: Track assets and trends in real time.
• Accounts: View wallet balances and transaction history.
• Send/Receive: Transfer crypto with on-device verification.
• Market / Buy / Sell / Swap: Access providers like MoonPay, 1inch, Changelly.
• Earn / Stake: Stake supported PoS assets for passive rewards.
• Discover: Explore integrated DeFi platforms and NFT galleries.
• Manager: Install apps and update firmware securely.
• Security & Settings: Manage app lock, passphrase, firmware. support.ledger.com+4begin-ledger-support-sso.typedream.app+4begin-ledger-support-en-us.teachable.com+4Ledger

📥 2. Download & Install Ledger Live

1. Visit ledger.com/start and select your OS—Windows, macOS, Linux .
2. Download only from Ledger’s official site to avoid phishing.
3. Install the app and launch it.

🔧 3. Initialize or Restore Your Ledger Device

Ledger Live relies on your hardware wallet, not just a password.

If New:

• Select “Set up as new device.”
• Create your PIN code (4–8 digits).
• Write down your 24-word recovery phrase safely offline.
• Confirm selected phrase words to verify. support.ledger.com+11begin-ledger-support-en-us.teachable.com+11Reddit+11

If Restoring:

• Choose “Restore from recovery phrase” and input your phrase.

🔐 4. Ledger Live Login Process

Ledger Live doesn't use a traditional username/password system. Instead:

1. Launch Ledger Live.
2. Unlock the app with your app password (optional, yet recommended).
3. Connect your Ledger device via USB/Bluetooth.
4. Enter your PIN code on the device.
5. Open the appropriate cryptocurrency app on the device to verify access.
6. Ledger Live syncs account balances. Reddit+2begin-ledger-support-sso.typedream.app+2support-ledgerlive-sso-cdn.bravesites.com+2support-ledgerlive-sso-cdn.bravesites.com

Key Insight: You can view balances and transaction history without device connection; but to send, stake, or modify assets, your physical device and PIN are required .

💡 5. First Run & App Settings

• App Password Lock: Set this to restrict access to Ledger Live file data Ledger+6begin-ledger-support-en-us.teachable.com+6Reddit+6.
• In Settings → Security, you can reenable password lock, clear cache, or use biometrics on mobile.

🏦 6. Add Cryptocurrency Accounts

1. Connect your Ledger and head to Manager.
2. Install the relevant crypto apps (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum).
3. Go to Accounts → Add account, choose an asset, and let Ledger scan your wallet.
4. Your accounts will appear under the Accounts tab.

Ledger Live supports thousands of cryptos directly, and others via third-party integrations. Reddit+2Ledger+2Ledger+2begin-ledger-support-sso.typedream.app

💸 7. Send & Receive Funds

Receive:

• Click Receive, select account.
• Display address on Ledger Live and confirm it on-device.
• Share verified address—never trust unverified ones.

Send:

• Choose Send, input recipient address and amount.
• Confirm fees and connect your Ledger.
• Verify and approve the transaction on-device.
• Ledger signs on-device and broadcasts it on-chain.

🛒 8. Buy, Swap & Stake Inside Ledger Live

• Buy: Use partners like MoonPay, Coinify (credit card, bank), with direct delivery to your wallet RedditReddit.
• Swap: Exchange directly in-app using aggregators like 1inch, Changelly, Paraswap—confirmed on-device.
• Stake/Earn: Stake ETH, DOT, XTZ, ATOM, ALGO, TRX, and others via “Earn” tab—delegation confirmed on-device.

🖼️ 9. NFT & DeFi Hub

• NFT Gallery: View your Ethereum/Polygon NFTs in Discover.
• DeFi Integration: Connect Ledger with MetaMask or WalletConnect to use platforms like Uniswap, Aave, Compound—all with hardware-backed security.

🔄 10. Keep Device & App Updated

• In Manager, review installed apps; add/remove as needed.
• Firmware updates are available via Settings → Firmware or automatically upon connection.
• Always follow the on-screen guide and confirm updates on-device.

📱 11. Mobile vs Desktop Use

Ledger Live mobile (iOS/Android) mirrors desktop functionalities: buy, swap, receive, NFT gallery. For Bluetooth-enabled devices (Nano X, Stax), mobile use is fully supported; USB OTG is needed for Nano S/Plus.

🛡️ 12. Security Best Practices

• Never share your 24-word seed phrase. Ledger never asks for it online. help-ledger-live-login.gorgias.help+8begin-ledger-support-sso.typedream.app+8Reddit+8
• Confirm all transaction details on-device if anything looks off.
• Use official sources only: ledger.com/downloads or app stores. begin-ledger-support-sso.typedream.app+1Reddit+1
• Enable passphrase for hidden wallets if needed.
• Secure backups: store your seed safely offline or use steel plates.
• Beware phishing: Only respond to verified Ledger domains (.com), and Ledger never calls you asking for sensitive info. LedgerReddit

⚠️ 13. Troubleshooting Common Issues

• Device not recognized: Try a different USB port/cable or Bluetooth reset.
• Outdated firmware/app: Check for updates in Manager or Settings.
• Login without device PIN: This is normal—viewing is possible without device but transactions require connection support-ledgerlive-sso-cdn.bravesites.com+1begin-ledger-support-en-us.teachable.com+1begin-ledger-support-en-us.teachable.comReddit+1support-ledgerlive-sso-cdn.bravesites.com+1.
• Forgot app password: Reset the app—it won’t affect your assets. Reconnect device afterward.

🧩 14. Advanced and Power User Features

• Hidden wallets (passphrase): Create multiple secret wallets with a 25th word.
• Coin control/UTXO selection (for Bitcoin) for custom fee management.
• Multi-device use: Manage multiple Ledger devices from the same app.
• Developer access: Interact with dApps via integrations, enjoy open-source transparency.

❓ 15. Frequently Asked Questions

QuestionAnswerIs Ledger Live safe?Yes—your keys remain on your Ledger device; all critical actions require on-device verification. begin-ledger-support-en-us.teachable.com+1Ledger+1LedgerLedger+7begin-ledger-support-sso.typedream.app+7Reddit+7Can I view balances without connecting device?Yes—you can view accounts but can’t send or stake without it. Does Ledger Live support NFTs?Yes; use Discover to view them.What do I do if I lose my Ledger?Restore with your recovery phrase on a new device—your funds remain safe.How many assets can I manage?Over 5,500 supported. App limits depend on device memory.

🤝 16. Ledger Support & Community

• Support Hub: In-app and online support.
• Official Ledger Support never requests your seed phrase. begin-ledger-support-sso.typedream.app+1Reddit+1
• Community forums (Reddit r/ledgerwallet) for peer discussions and Reddit verified info.
• Security audits & bug bounties ensure