Ledger Live Desktop is the official desktop application for managing your cryptocurrency securely with Ledger hardware wallets. It allows users to access their wallets, manage assets, send and receive cryptocurrencies, and monitor portfolio performance from their computer.
Ledger Live Desktop provides a secure environment by requiring physical confirmation of transactions on the hardware device. Private keys never leave the Ledger device, ensuring the highest level of protection.
Available on Windows, macOS, and Linux, Ledger Live Desktop is suitable for both beginners and experienced cryptocurrency users looking for a reliable and secure desktop solution.
1. Visit the official Ledger website and navigate to the Ledger Live download page.
2. Select the version for your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux).
3. Download the installer and verify it using the checksum provided.
4. Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to complete installation.
5. Launch Ledger Live Desktop and connect your Ledger hardware wallet.
Before using Ledger Live Desktop, your hardware wallet must be initialized and secured.
• Connect your Ledger device to your computer using USB or Bluetooth (Nano X).
• Set a PIN on your device to prevent unauthorized access.
• Write down the 24-word recovery phrase provided during setup; store it securely offline.
• Configure optional passphrase protection for an additional layer of security.
• Open Ledger Live Desktop to authenticate the device and access your wallet.
• Multi-Currency Support: Manage Bitcoin, Ethereum, and over 1,800 supported coins and tokens.
• Portfolio Dashboard: Real-time balance and asset performance monitoring.
• Send & Receive Crypto: Secure transactions verified on your Ledger device.
• Exchange Integration: Buy, sell, and swap cryptocurrencies within the application.
• Device Manager: Install apps, update firmware, and manage multiple Ledger devices.
• Security Controls: Configure PIN, passphrase, and transaction alerts.
Ledger Live Desktop ensures that your cryptocurrency assets are protected through multiple layers of security.
• Offline Private Key Storage: Keys never leave the Ledger device.
• PIN Protection: Device access restricted to authorized users.
• Recovery Phrase: Allows wallet recovery in case of device loss or damage.
• Passphrase Option: Optional extra security for sensitive wallets.
• Firmware Verification: Confirms device authenticity and integrity.
• Transaction Confirmation: Every transaction must be physically confirmed on the device.
Ledger Live Desktop offers a comprehensive portfolio management system to track assets efficiently.
• Real-Time Balance: Keep track of all crypto assets.
• Historical Transaction Data: Analyze past transactions for auditing and performance tracking.
• Asset Allocation Overview: Visualize distribution of portfolio holdings.
• Export Reports: CSV export for accounting, tax, or personal tracking.
• Alerts & Notifications: Receive updates on portfolio changes and transactions.
Ledger provides comprehensive support for Desktop users, ensuring a smooth experience with setup, security, and portfolio management.
• Step-by-step installation and setup guides for Ledger Live Desktop.
• Security tutorials for PIN, recovery phrase, and passphrase management.
• Firmware and software update instructions.
• Community forums for peer advice and troubleshooting.
• Direct Ledger support for technical or account issues.