Ledger® Live Desktop® is the official desktop application designed to help users securely manage their cryptocurrency assets using Ledger hardware wallets. It acts as a central dashboard where you can view balances, send and receive crypto, install blockchain apps, and monitor your portfolio—all while keeping your private keys safely offline.
Ledger Live Desktop is ideal for users who prefer managing digital assets on a computer rather than a mobile device. With a clean interface and strong security architecture, it offers both simplicity for beginners and advanced controls for experienced crypto holders.
To get started, download Ledger Live Desktop from the official Ledger website only. The application is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. After downloading, follow the installation instructions for your operating system. Once installed, open the application to begin the setup process.
During the first launch, Ledger Live will guide you through a short onboarding sequence to ensure your device and software environment are secure and up to date.
Connect your Ledger hardware wallet to your computer using a USB cable. Unlock the device by entering your PIN directly on the hardware wallet. Ledger Live Desktop will automatically detect the connected device and verify its authenticity.
If you are a new user, you can create a new wallet directly on your Ledger device. Existing users can restore their wallet using their recovery phrase, which should only ever be entered on the device itself.
Once connected, you can add cryptocurrency accounts within Ledger Live Desktop. Each account corresponds to a specific blockchain and allows you to track balances and transaction history in real time. Ledger Live supports thousands of cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and many popular altcoins.
Sending and receiving crypto is simple and secure. All transactions must be confirmed on your Ledger device, ensuring protection against malware or unauthorized access.
Your recovery phrase is the most important security element of your wallet. Never store it digitally or share it with anyone. Ledger will never ask for your recovery phrase through email, phone calls, or websites.
Keep Ledger Live Desktop updated to benefit from the latest security enhancements and feature improvements. Regular updates help ensure safe interaction with evolving blockchain networks.
Ledger® Live: Desktop® provides a powerful and secure way to manage cryptocurrency assets while maintaining full control over private keys. By combining hardware-level security with an intuitive desktop interface, it enables users to manage their digital wealth confidently and responsibly.