Ledger® Live: Desktop | Getting started with Ledger |

The "LEDGER® Live Wallet" GitBook provides comprehensive guidance on using Ledger Live, the official software application for managing Ledger hardware …

Downloading and Installing Ledger Live

  1. Go to the official Ledger website at ledger.com and click on "Download" to access the Ledger Live download page.

  2. Select the version for your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux) and download the Ledger Live installer.

  3. Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.

Setting Up Your Ledger Device

  1. Connect your Ledger hardware wallet (e.g. Nano X or Nano S) to your computer using the USB cable.

  2. Open the Ledger Live application. It will detect your connected Ledger device.

  3. Follow the on-screen prompts to set up or restore your Ledger device within the Ledger Live app.

Managing Your Crypto Assets

  1. Once your Ledger device is set up, you can use Ledger Live to:

    • View your cryptocurrency balances in real-time

    • Send and receive supported digital assets

    • Buy, sell, and swap cryptocurrencies

    • Stake your coins to earn rewards

    • Manage your NFT collection

  2. All transactions and operations require physical confirmation on your connected Ledger device, ensuring the security of your private keys.

  3. Ledger Live supports over 5,500 different cryptocurrencies and tokens, providing a comprehensive solution for managing your digital assets.

Additional Features and Resources

  • Ledger Live offers integration with various DeFi applications and services.

  • The app is regularly updated to add support for new coins and enhance security.

  • Ledger provides extensive support documentation and guides on their website to help users get started.

Remember, the security of your crypto assets is paramount, so be sure to follow Ledger's best practices for setting up and using your hardware wallet with the Ledger Live application.ShareRewrite

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