Ready to secure your crypto assets with Ledger? Follow this step-by-step guide to set up your Ledger hardware wallet quickly and securely.
Start by unboxing your Ledger device. Inside the box, you’ll find your Ledger hardware wallet, a USB cable, and a recovery sheet for backing up your private keys. Make sure to keep this recovery sheet safe as it is crucial for accessing your assets if the device is lost or damaged.
Ledger Live is the official app used to manage your Ledger wallet. It’s available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. You can download it from the official Ledger website:
Once you have Ledger Live installed, plug your Ledger device into your computer using the provided USB cable. Follow the on-screen instructions to initialize your device.
To ensure the security of your device, you’ll be prompted to create a PIN. Choose a PIN that is 4-8 digits long. Make sure it is something unique and not easily guessable.
During the setup process, you will be given a 24-word recovery phrase. Write this phrase down on the recovery sheet provided in the box. This is the only way to recover your assets if your device is lost or damaged. Store it in a safe place, and never share it with anyone.
Once the setup is complete, you can start adding cryptocurrency accounts in Ledger Live and manage your assets securely. You can also use Ledger with various third-party applications for additional features and coin support.