Welcome to Ledger.com/Start – Official Device Setup Guide

Ledger.com/Start is the official platform where new Ledger users begin their secure crypto journey. Whether you have purchased a Ledger Nano S Plus or a Ledger Nano X, this page provides step‑by‑step onboarding instructions, security guidelines, and essential tools to set up your device safely. Ledger hardware wallets are trusted by millions of users worldwide because they keep private keys offline, offering a significantly higher level of protection than software-based wallets.

How to Start Your Ledger Hardware Wallet Setup

Setting up your Ledger device through Ledger.com/Start is designed to be simple, safe, and beginner‑friendly. The process ensures that every user understands how their hardware wallet works, why private keys matter, and how to secure them properly. The interface provides intuitive instructions, illustrations, and downloadable tools that help streamline the onboarding experience. Below is a detailed walkthrough of the complete setup process so you can start managing your cryptocurrency portfolio with confidence and security.

  1. Unbox your Ledger device. Inside the package, you'll find the Ledger hardware wallet, recovery sheets, a USB cable, and informational guides. Make sure the packaging is sealed and untampered.
  2. Connect the device. Plug your Ledger Nano S Plus or Nano X into your computer or mobile device using the provided cable. The device will power on automatically.
  3. Visit Ledger.com/Start. This is the only official setup portal. It provides direct downloads for Ledger Live—the companion app that you will use to manage all your crypto assets.
  4. Install Ledger Live. Once downloaded, Ledger Live guides you through initialization, firmware verification, and the creation of your pin code.
  5. Generate your Recovery Phrase. Your 24‑word recovery phrase is the master key to your wallet. Write it down on the provided recovery sheet and store it securely offline.
  6. Never share your recovery phrase. Ledger will never ask for it—not by email, message, website, or support agent.
  7. Install crypto apps. With Ledger Live, choose the coins you want to manage by installing their blockchain apps onto your device.
  8. Start receiving or sending crypto. Your hardware wallet is now ready to use securely.

Why Ledger Devices Offer Industry‑Leading Security

Ledger hardware wallets are built with a Secure Element chip, the same type used in passports and banking cards. This chip is specifically engineered to protect sensitive information—such as private keys—from hacking attempts, malware, and unauthorized access. When using Ledger Live, transactions must be physically confirmed on your Ledger device, adding a critical layer of protection that software wallets cannot match. Even if your computer or smartphone becomes compromised, your crypto assets remain safe.

Ledger.com/Start also provides educational resources to help users avoid scams, phishing websites, and counterfeit devices. Users are encouraged to double‑check URLs, verify packaging authenticity, and ensure they only download Ledger Live through official sources. This security‑first approach has made Ledger a global leader in cryptocurrency protection.