Step-by-step: Install, Connect, Use
1. Install Ledger Live (desktop or mobile)
Download the official application from the vendor's verified site. After installation, open the app and follow initial prompts. Do not download from third-party mirrors — verify you are on the correct domain.
2. Connect your hardware wallet
- Plug your device in via USB (or use Bluetooth on supported mobile devices).
- Unlock it with your PIN — never enter your PIN into the computer or a website.
- Approve the connection on the device screen when prompted.
3. Add accounts and install apps
Use the app catalog to install crypto apps on the device and then create accounts in Ledger Live to track balances and transactions.
4. Send & receive safely
- To receive: display the receiving address in the app and verify it on your device screen.
- To send: create the transaction in the app, then confirm all details on the hardware device before approving.
5. Troubleshooting basics
- Device not detected: try a different USB cable/port and restart the app.
- App update required: follow on-screen instructions — never skip critical firmware/security updates.
- If in doubt, consult official support channels (do not share your recovery phrase).