Take complete control of your cryptocurrency portfolio with the most trusted desktop application for managing Ledger hardware wallets. Experience unparalleled security, seamless transactions, and real-time portfolio tracking.
Everything you need to manage your crypto assets with confidence and security
Your private keys never leave your Ledger device, ensuring maximum protection against online threats.
Monitor all your crypto assets in one place with live price updates and detailed analytics.
Send and receive cryptocurrency with ease while maintaining complete control of your funds.
Seamlessly manage your portfolio across desktop and mobile with synchronized data.
Understanding the security architecture that protects your digital assets
Ledger Live works exclusively with Ledger hardware wallets, which use a certified secure element chip (CC EAL5+) to store your private keys. This military-grade security ensures your keys never leave the device and remain immune to computer viruses and remote attacks.
Every transaction initiated in Ledger Live must be physically verified and approved on your Ledger device screen. This "what you see is what you sign" approach protects against malware that might try to manipulate transaction details on your computer.
Ledger Live's source code is publicly available for security researchers and developers to audit. This transparency ensures that there are no hidden backdoors or vulnerabilities, building trust through community verification.
Protecting over $15B in crypto assets
Master Ledger Live Desktop with our comprehensive educational guide
Getting started with Ledger Live Desktop is straightforward and secure. Download the application from the official Ledger website, ensuring you verify the authenticity of the download. The installation process guides you through connecting your Ledger hardware wallet and setting up your first accounts. During initial setup, you'll create a PIN code on your device and securely record your 24-word recovery phrase – this phrase is the master key to your crypto assets and should be stored offline in a secure location.
Ledger Live automatically detects your connected hardware wallet and prompts you to install the necessary applications for different cryptocurrencies. Each blockchain requires its own app to be installed on your Ledger device, and the Desktop application makes managing these apps simple through the Manager section.
The Ledger Live interface is designed for clarity and efficiency. The dashboard provides an at-a-glance view of your entire portfolio with real-time price updates and 24-hour performance metrics. Your accounts are organized by cryptocurrency type, with each showing current balance, value in your preferred fiat currency, and recent transaction history.
The Portfolio tab offers advanced analytics including allocation charts, historical performance graphs, and detailed breakdowns by asset. You can customize the view to track specific metrics important to your investment strategy. The interface supports multiple countervalue currencies, allowing you to view your portfolio value in USD, EUR, GBP, or dozens of other fiat currencies.
Receiving cryptocurrency through Ledger Live is secure and simple. Navigate to the account you wish to receive funds in, click "Receive," and your Ledger device will display the receiving address. Always verify this address matches what's shown on your Ledger device screen – this crucial step protects against malware that might try to substitute a hacker's address on your computer screen.
Sending cryptocurrency requires your Ledger device to be connected. After entering the recipient address and amount in Ledger Live, the transaction details are sent to your hardware wallet for verification. Review every detail on your Ledger device screen and physically approve the transaction using the device buttons. This air-gapped verification ensures that even if your computer is compromised, your funds remain secure.
Ledger Live Desktop includes powerful features for experienced users. The Discover section provides access to decentralized applications (dApps) including DeFi protocols, NFT marketplaces, and Web3 services, all while maintaining hardware wallet security. Staking features allow you to earn rewards on supported cryptocurrencies directly through the interface.
Security best practices are essential for protecting your assets. Always keep your Ledger Live application updated to the latest version to benefit from security patches and new features. Never share your 24-word recovery phrase with anyone, including Ledger support staff. Enable additional security features like password protection for the Ledger Live application. Regularly verify that your firmware and apps are genuine through the Manager section. Consider using different accounts for different purposes to enhance privacy and organization. Finally, maintain offline backups of your recovery phrase in multiple secure locations to protect against physical disasters.
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