Ledger

Overview

Ledger Live App® is designed for people who want full control of their crypto with the highest level of security. Rather than storing keys in the cloud, Ledger keeps them inside a secure element on a hardware device (Nano S, Nano X, Stax, and others). Ledger Live App® is the trusted UI to interact with those keys: view balances, approve transactions on-device, install currency apps and connect to Web3 services.

Key features

  • Multi-asset support: Manage thousands of coins and tokens from one app.
  • Buy & on-ramp: Purchase crypto via integrated partners without leaving the app.
  • Swap & exchange: Access on-chain swaps and aggregators to optimize rates.
  • Stake & earn: Stake supported assets directly to earn rewards.
  • dApp integrations: Connect to DeFi and Web3 services while requiring on-device confirmations.

Where to get it

Download Ledger Live App® from the official Ledger website or official app stores. Always verify downloads using Ledger’s published signatures and follow Ledger’s instructions for installation and firmware updates.

How to use Ledger Live App®

Getting started is straightforward: install Ledger Live App® for your OS, connect your Ledger device, and follow the guided flow to create a wallet or restore from a recovery phrase. Use the Manager in Ledger Live App® to install coin-specific apps on-device, then add accounts for Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana and other networks.

  1. Download from the official Ledger page and install the app.
  2. Connect your Ledger hardware wallet and complete device setup (PIN, recovery phrase backup).
  3. Install apps via the Manager and add accounts in Ledger Live App®.
  4. Approve transactions directly on your Ledger device for iron-clad security.

Security best practices

Ledger Live App® keeps private keys on your hardware device; the app is an interface only. Still, threats exist: counterfeit apps and malware have been used to phish seed phrases. Always download Ledger Live App® from ledger.com, verify signatures when available, never enter your 24-word recovery phrase into any app or website, and keep your device firmware current.

Further reading & official resources

Official download, setup guides, and support are available on Ledger’s site. For feature details and supported providers, visit Ledger’s product pages and the Ledger Academy.