This is the official and recommended URL to set up your Ledger hardware wallet (such as the Ledger Nano S Plus or Ledger Nano X). It provides verified instructions to help you configure your device securely. en-ledgercom-help.squarespace.comfaq-ledgrcom-start-web.teachable.com
By following only this site, you avoid phishing scams, counterfeit guides, and unofficial downloads. help-ledger.squarespace.comen-ledgr.org
Visit ledger.com/start directly in your browser. Always double-check the URL and that HTTPS is active. en-ledgr.org
Download Ledger Live: Obtain the official Ledger Live app—compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android. Always download from the Ledger site to ensure authenticity. en-ledgercom-help.squarespace.comhelp-ledger.gorgias.helpfaq-ledgrcom-start-web.teachable.com
Unbox & connect your hardware wallet to your device using USB (or Bluetooth for Ledger Nano X). start-ledger-help-cdn.gorgias.help
Initialize your device:
Select "Set up as a new device" (or restore from an existing recovery phrase if applicable).
Create a secure PIN code (usually 4–8 digits). start-ledger-help-cdn.gorgias.helpfaq-ledgrcom-start-web.teachable.com
Record your 24‑word recovery phrase: The device will generate it. Write it down carefully on the provided sheet and store it offline. Never enter, photograph, or share this phrase with anyone. start-ledger-help-cdn.gorgias.helpen-ledgr.orgfaq-ledgrcom-start-web.teachable.com
Confirm your recovery phrase: Your device will prompt you to verify a few of the words to ensure accurate recording. start-ledger-help-cdn.gorgias.help
Verify the device's authenticity: Ledger Live includes a "Genuine Check" to confirm your device hasn't been tampered with during shipping. faq-ledgrcom-start-web.teachable.comhelp-ledger.squarespace.com
Install crypto asset apps and add accounts: Use Ledger Live to manage, send, receive, stake, and view NFT/deFi activities securely. start-ledger-help-cdn.gorgias.helpen-ledgr.orgfaq-ledgrcom-start-web.teachable.com
Update firmware and explore advanced features: Periodically check Ledger Live for firmware updates, install multiple coin apps, access NFTs, stake crypto, and track your portfolio. en-ledgr.orghelp-ledger.gorgias.helpfaq-ledgrcom-start-web.teachable.com
Security: Guarantee you're downloading official, untampered software and following authentic instructions. help-ledger.squarespace.comfaq-ledgrcom-start-web.teachable.com
Phishing protection: Avoid fake URLs or links—this is the only legitimate starting point. help-ledger.squarespace.comen-ledgr.org
Support & resources: Access tutorials, best practices, and Ledger’s support via this portal. en-ledgercom-help.squarespace.comfaq-ledgrcom-start-web.teachable.com
Users across forums emphasize the risks of downloading from unofficial sources and the importance of keeping your seed phrase offline:
“Never enter your seed phrase into anything on your computer (and Ledger Live won’t ask for it).”
“Only use Ledger Live downloaded from the official site — ledger.com.” Reddit
Be vigilant—Ledger will never ask for your 24‑word recovery phrase, even through support or emails. Reddit+1
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1. | Visit ledger.com/start directly in your browser |
| 2. | Download Ledger Live from the official page |
| 3. | Connect and initialize your Ledger device |
| 4. | Set a PIN and write down the 24‑word recovery phrase securely |
| 5. | Confirm the recovery phrase on the device |
| 6. | Run the Genuine Check via Ledger Live |
| 7. | Install cryptographic apps, update firmware, and manage assets |
| 8. | Follow best practices to keep your device and funds secure |
Let me know which part you'd like assistance with—installing Ledger Live, initializing your device, verifying the recovery phrase, or anything else—and I’ll guide you through it step by step.