Ledger Live is the official companion app for your Ledger hardware wallet. This guide will walk you through downloading and installing it safely from the official source, ensuring your crypto assets remain secure.
Important Security Notice
- • Only download from the official Ledger website
- • Never download from third-party sites or app stores
- • Verify the website URL is exactly "ledger.com"
- • Check for HTTPS encryption (lock icon in browser)
Step 1: Download from Official Source
Visit the official Ledger website to download Ledger Live:
• Select your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux)
• Choose the latest stable version
• Download will begin automatically
Step 2: Install Ledger Live
Locate Downloaded File
Find the downloaded installer in your Downloads folder. File will be named "ledger-live-desktop-[version]" for your OS.
Run Installer
Double-click the installer file. On macOS, drag to Applications folder. On Windows, follow the setup wizard prompts.
Complete Installation
Accept the license agreement and choose installation location. The process typically takes 1-2 minutes.
Step 3: First Launch & Setup
When you first open Ledger Live, you'll be guided through the initial setup:
- • Choose to set up a new device or restore an existing one
- • Select your Ledger device model (Nano S, Nano X, etc.)
- • Follow the on-screen instructions to connect your device
- • Install required apps for your cryptocurrencies
- • Add your crypto accounts to view balances
Installation Complete!
You've successfully installed Ledger Live. Here's how to verify everything is working:
- • Ledger Live opens without errors
- • Your Ledger device connects successfully
- • You can see the main dashboard interface
- • Device firmware is up to date
Pro Tips for Safe Usage
Security Best Practices
- • Keep Ledger Live updated to the latest version
- • Only install apps from Ledger's official catalog
- • Never share your 24-word recovery phrase
- • Use strong passwords for your computer
Troubleshooting
- • Restart Ledger Live if connection issues occur
- • Update device firmware when prompted
- • Check official Ledger support for help
- • Ensure USB cable is working properly