Ledger® Live: Login | Getting started™ with Ledger®

1. Quick overview — What is Ledger® Live?

Ledger® Live is the official companion app to Ledger hardware wallets, designed to manage crypto assets, check portfolio balances, and interact with supported decentralized services. It is available for desktop and mobile; always download Ledger® Live from the official site or official app stores to avoid scams. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Why use it?

Ledger® Live provides a single-pane interface for accounts, sending/receiving crypto, staking where supported, and connecting to approved third-party services. It pairs with your Ledger hardware device so transactions must be confirmed on the device itself — protecting keys and seed phrases from exposure. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

2. Before you start — safety checklist

Do this first

1) Only download Ledger® Live from ledger.com or official app store pages. 2) Never share your recovery (seed) phrase — Ledger never asks for it. 3) Verify installer signatures when available. 4) Keep device firmware updated using the official app. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

Common scams to avoid

Beware of fake installers, phishing sites, and unsolicited tech support. If any interface asks you to enter your 12/24-word recovery phrase, treat it as a scam and stop immediately. News reports highlight malware campaigns impersonating Ledger apps — remain vigilant. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

3. Download & launch (step-by-step)

Desktop

Visit the official Ledger® Live download page, choose your OS (Windows / macOS / Linux), and run the installer. After installation open Ledger® Live and follow the app’s guided “Get started” flow. If you already own a Ledger hardware device, choose “Connect your device.” :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

Mobile

Download Ledger® Live from Google Play or the App Store. Pair via USB or Bluetooth (depending on your device model). The app prompts for optional analytics and permission choices — review these before continuing. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

4. Login & setup basics

Initial setup

On first run, Ledger® Live walks you through selecting device model and whether you’re initializing a new device or restoring from an existing recovery phrase. If creating a new wallet, follow the device prompts to generate and securely record your recovery phrase offline. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

Logging in later

Ledger® Live uses a local app password plus the hardware device for transaction confirmations. If you ever lose access, the recovery phrase (stored offline) is the only way to restore funds to a new Ledger device. Never type your recovery phrase into a website or share it. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

5. Best practices & maintenance

Keep software & firmware current

Regularly update Ledger® Live and your Ledger device firmware via official updates in the app. Confirm release notes and signatures when provided. Periodic updates add coin support, security fixes and new features. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

Learn more

Use Ledger Academy and the official support center to deepen your understanding of asset support, staking, and safety guidelines. These resources are maintained by Ledger and provide detailed walkthroughs. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}

Resources (10 official links)