Ledger Live is the official companion application for Ledger® hardware wallets, providing a unified platform to manage your entire cryptocurrency portfolio. This powerful software interface allows you to securely check balances, send and receive crypto, grow your assets through staking, and even purchase cryptocurrencies directly - all while your private keys remain protected within your Ledger® hardware wallet.
Available as Ledger Live Desktop for Windows, macOS, and Linux, and as a Ledger Live App for iOS and Android mobile devices, this application serves as the bridge between you and the blockchain, ensuring maximum security through your Ledger® device.
Setting up Ledger Live is straightforward when following the official process:
Security Note: Always download Ledger Live directly from the official Ledger.com website to avoid counterfeit software that could compromise your assets.
Get a comprehensive overview of your entire cryptocurrency portfolio with real-time balance tracking and historical performance charts.
Send and receive hundreds of cryptocurrencies with the assurance that each transaction requires physical confirmation on your Ledger® device.
Grow your crypto assets by staking supported coins directly through Ledger Live, earning rewards while maintaining custody of your funds.
Swap between cryptocurrencies directly within the app using Ledger Live's partner exchange services for seamless trading.
The Ledger Live login process is designed with security as the top priority. Unlike traditional software wallets, Ledger Live doesn't store your private keys or require a password to access the application itself. Instead, security is managed through your physical Ledger® device:
This approach ensures that even if your computer is compromised, your funds remain secure since all transaction signing happens on the isolated secure element of your Ledger® device.
Yes, Ledger Live is completely free to download and use. The only cost associated is the initial purchase of your Ledger® hardware wallet.
No, Ledger Live is specifically designed as a companion application for Ledger® hardware wallets. It requires a connected Ledger® device to access most features, as the security model depends on the hardware wallet for private key storage and transaction signing.
Ledger Live Desktop offers the full feature set including portfolio management, staking, and exchange services. The mobile app provides core functionality for checking balances and making transactions on-the-go, with some advanced features available only on the desktop version.
Ledger Live notifies you when updates are available. You can download the latest version directly through the application or from the official Ledger website. Always ensure you're using the latest version for security enhancements and new features.
If you forget your PIN, you can reset your Ledger® device using your 24-word recovery phrase. This process will wipe the device, allowing you to set a new PIN and restore your accounts using your recovery phrase. Without the recovery phrase, a forgotten PIN will result in permanent loss of access to your funds.
No, your cryptocurrencies are always stored on the blockchain, not in Ledger Live or on your Ledger® device. Your Ledger® device securely stores your private keys, which are needed to access and manage your blockchain assets. Ledger Live is simply the interface that allows you to interact with your holdings.