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Ledger Live Desktop is the official desktop application developed by Ledger that acts as the central management hub for your Ledger hardware wallet (like Nano S Plus, Nano X, or Stax). It runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux computers and lets you manage your crypto portfolio securely. ([ledger-com-about.framer.ai][1])
Ledger Live Desktop is part of the Ledger ecosystem and connects to your Ledger hardware wallet — but it never exposes your private keys online. These keys remain stored securely on the device itself, ensuring strong protection against hacks and malware. ([en-us-ledgerlive-docs.teachable.com][2])
Ledger Live Desktop serves as your crypto command center, allowing you to:
All of this is done without exposing your private keys to the internet — a key reason why Ledger Live Desktop is safer than many software‑only wallet solutions. ([en-us-ledgerlive-docs.teachable.com][2])
The security model of Ledger Live Desktop relies on the fact that your private keys are always kept offline on your Ledger hardware wallet. Even when you use the desktop app, signing transactions happens on the device itself — you verify and approve actions on the physical wallet, not in the app. ([en-us-ledgerlive-docs.teachable.com][2])
💡 Important Security Tips:
These are the core steps new users follow to install and begin using Ledger Live Desktop: ([ledger-com-about.framer.ai][1])
Begin at https://ledger.com/start — this is Ledger’s official setup guide for new users. You’ll find download links for Ledger Live Desktop that are guaranteed authentic, avoiding fake installers that could compromise security. ([ledger-com-about.framer.ai][1])
Choose your computer’s operating system:
Click the appropriate download link, and save the installer. These versions are provided directly by Ledger to ensure trustworthiness. ([ledgiostart.m-pages.com][3])
Run the installer file and follow the on‑screen prompts to complete installation. When you launch Ledger Live Desktop, you’ll land on the “Get Started” onboarding screen. ([liveledegr-desktop.pages.dev][5])
Use the USB cable that came with your Ledger device to connect it to your computer. For some models (like Nano X), Bluetooth may work with mobile apps, but desktop setup is typically USB‑based. ([ledger-com-about.framer.ai][1])
In the onboarding process:
Follow the prompts: set a secure PIN and write down the recovery phrase when generated. ([Ledledgerwallet][6])
Once connected and authenticated, Ledger Live Desktop will let you add accounts for supported cryptocurrencies (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana). The app will display balances and allow portfolio management. ([ledgerlivedesktopp.framer.ai][7])
After setup, you can:
Here are a few practical pointers to ensure setup goes without issues: ([en-us-ledgerlive-docs.teachable.com][2])
🔹 Verify downloads — only use the official Ledger site to avoid malware or scams. ([ledger-com-about.framer.ai][1]) 🔹 Keep firmware updated — Ledger Live will notify you if your device needs a firmware update. ([ledgerlivedesktopp.framer.ai][7]) 🔹 Confirm every transaction on the device screen — this is part of Ledger’s security model. ([en-us-ledgerlive-docs.teachable.com][2]) 🔹 Use passphrases cautiously — Ledger supports optional passphrases for advanced security but losing them means losing access. ([support-lgrdestop-en.pages.dev][4])
📌 Security Reminder: Never enter your recovery phrase in software or online — Ledger Live will never request it. Only confirm it on the hardware device itself. ([support-lgrdestop-en.pages.dev][4])
Ledger Live Desktop is the official Ledger wallet app for securely managing your cryptocurrency assets via your Ledger hardware device. It combines strong security — with private keys offline — and powerful portfolio management features for both beginner and advanced users. ([en-us-ledgerlive-docs.teachable.com][2])
To get started: