Congratulations on taking your first step toward ultimate security for your cryptocurrencies!
At Ledger, we believe ownership means security, and your new Ledger hardware wallet puts full control of your digital assets in your hands.
Follow this simple guide carefully to initialize, secure, and use your Ledger device safely. 🔐
When you receive your Ledger package, check for:
✅ Shrink-wrapped, unopened box
✅ Ledger device (Nano S Plus, Nano X, or Stax)
✅ USB cable
✅ Recovery sheet(s)
✅ Instruction manual
🔎 Important: Ledger devices come without a pre-set PIN code or recovery phrase.
If you see a recovery sheet already filled out — STOP and contact Ledger Support. Your device must be initialized by you only.
Ledger Live is the official app that lets you set up, manage, and use your Ledger device securely.
✔️ Download Ledger Live for your system:
🎯 Only download Ledger Live from the official Ledger website to avoid phishing attempts.
Once downloaded, install the application following the on-screen instructions.
After installing Ledger Live:
On Your Ledger Device:
🚨 Important Security Rules:
The 24-word phrase is your only backup — if you lose it, Ledger cannot help recover your funds!
After writing down your 24 words, your device will ask you to confirm them by selecting each word in the correct order.
This ensures you copied them accurately and prevents any critical mistakes.
✅ Once verified, your Ledger device is ready to use!
With your device set up and connected:
Now you can receive, send, stake, and swap crypto securely!
Ledger frequently releases:
⚙️ How to Stay Updated:
Pro Tip: Before firmware updates, always make sure you have your 24-word recovery phrase safe!
🔐 Keep your PIN secure: Never share it.
🔑 Secure your recovery phrase: It is your true wallet backup.
⚠️ Watch out for scams: Ledger will never email or message you asking for your 24 words.
🖥️ Always use official Ledger software and hardware: Avoid unofficial websites, tools, or apps.
📵 Beware of fake Ledger devices: Only purchase directly from Ledger or authorized resellers.
Ledger Live provides a Help tab inside the app with answers to common questions, troubleshooting guides, and customer support access.
You can also find helpful tutorials, FAQs, and device-specific guides directly through the official Ledger Support.
💬 If you encounter any issues, always reach out to Ledger Support through official channels.
By setting up your Ledger device through Ledger.com/Start, you’ve taken control of your digital assets securely and independently.
✅ Store your crypto with confidence
✅ Manage your NFTs safely
✅ Grow your assets through staking
✅ Swap tokens easily — all while staying protected offline
Remember: Your Crypto. Your Control.
Stay safe, stay secure — and welcome to the future of finance with Ledger! 🚀
Would you also like me to prepare a "Quick Troubleshooting FAQ" to add at the bottom of the page? It would be very useful for users who might run into common setup problems! 📋✨