Ledger.com/Start

Welcome to Ledger.com/Start – Begin Your Crypto Security Journey

Ledger.com/Start is the official portal for setting up Ledger Nano devices securely. Ledger hardware wallets are trusted by millions of users worldwide for safely storing and managing cryptocurrencies. This guide ensures you complete your device initialization correctly, install Ledger Live, create your recovery phrase, and start managing digital assets with world‑class security. Whether you own a Ledger Nano X or Ledger Nano S Plus, the steps remain simple, secure, and beginner‑friendly.

1. Unbox Your Ledger Wallet

Your Ledger package includes the Ledger device, USB cable, recovery sheets, welcome card, and security documents. Ensure the packaging is sealed. Ledger devices contain a secure element chip that ensures your private keys remain offline and protected from online attacks.

2. Download Ledger Live

Ledger Live is the official app used to manage your crypto portfolio, install apps, and verify transactions. Visit Ledger.com/Start and download Ledger Live for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, or iOS. Avoid downloading Ledger software from unofficial sources.

3. Connect Your Ledger Device

Use the USB cable or Bluetooth (Nano X only) to connect your Ledger to your device. Once connected, Ledger Live will automatically detect the hardware wallet and guide you through the initial setup.

4. Create or Restore Your Wallet

When setting up, choose between:

• Initialize as a new device
• Restore using a 24‑word recovery phrase

If you create a new wallet, your Ledger will generate a unique 24‑word recovery phrase. This is your master key — write it down offline and never share it. If restoring a wallet, carefully enter your phrase using the device buttons.

5. Install Crypto Applications

Ledger supports hundreds of assets. Each coin requires its own app on the device. Open Ledger Live, navigate to the “My Ledger” section, and install apps for Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Polygon, and more. Installation is simple and only takes a few seconds.

6. Start Managing Your Crypto

Once everything is set up, you can buy, sell, stake, swap, and store crypto safely using Ledger Live. Your private keys remain inside the secure hardware chip, isolated from online risks, making Ledger one of the safest ways to manage digital assets.

Important Security Guidelines

• Never share your 24‑word recovery phrase.
• No Ledger employee will ever ask for your phrase.
• Do not take photos or store your phrase digitally.
• Download Ledger Live only from official Ledger.com links.
• Always verify transactions on your Ledger screen.

Ledger.com/Start provides everything you need to set up your Ledger device quickly and safely. With a properly initialized hardware wallet, you gain full control over your cryptocurrency, protected by enterprise‑grade security technology. Your crypto journey begins with one simple setup — and Ledger ensures it stays secure every step of the way.