👋 Welcome to Ledger Live
Ledger Live® is your trusted gateway to manage, send, receive, and track digital assets in a secure environment. Whether you're setting it up for the first time or logging in after some time away, this guide will walk you through the essential steps for accessing your account securely.
Security is everything in crypto. Logging in to Ledger Live isn’t like traditional apps — there are no passwords. Your Ledger device is your login key. 🔑
🔎 What Is Logging In With Ledger Live?
Logging in means securely connecting your Ledger hardware wallet (Nano S, S Plus, or Nano X) to the Ledger Live application. Once connected, you'll be able to:
- 💼 View account balances
- 📤 Send and 📥 receive assets
- 📊 Monitor your portfolio’s performance
- ⚙️ Install and manage apps on your device
🛠️ Getting Started — Step-by-Step Login Guide
1️⃣ Install or Open Ledger Live
If you haven’t yet, go to ledger.com/start and download Ledger Live for your device (Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, or iOS).
2️⃣ Connect Your Ledger Device
Use the USB cable (or Bluetooth for Nano X) to connect your Ledger wallet. Enter your PIN code on the device to unlock it.
3️⃣ Launch Ledger Live
Open the Ledger Live app. It will automatically detect your device if connected properly.
4️⃣ Navigate to “My Accounts”
Ledger Live will show your added crypto accounts. Click one to view balances, transactions, and send/receive options.
🛡️ Security Best Practices
Even with Ledger’s world-class security, your awareness matters. Always:
- 🚫 Never share your 24-word recovery phrase
- 🔒 Keep your PIN confidential
- ⚠️ Use the official Ledger Live app only
- 🧱 Physically confirm every transaction on your Ledger device
- 🔁 Update firmware and Ledger Live regularly
📲 Mobile Login (Nano X Only)
Using Ledger Live on mobile? You can log in via Bluetooth with the Nano X.
- 📱 Download Ledger Live from the App Store or Google Play
- 🔗 Enable Bluetooth and pair your Ledger Nano X
- 📡 Confirm connection on your Ledger device
Mobile access offers full account management — receive/send, manage apps, and view your portfolio.
⚙️ Troubleshooting Login Issues
Problems logging in? Here’s what to check:
- 🔌 Use a different USB cable (especially if the device isn’t detected)
- 💻 Reinstall Ledger Live if it won’t launch
- 🔋 Charge your Nano X if not turning on via Bluetooth
- 🧠 Triple-check PIN entry — 3 failed attempts wipes the device
📈 What You Can Do After Login
- 🔄 Swap crypto through integrated exchange partners
- 🖼️ View NFTs in your Ethereum account
- 📩 Generate new receive addresses
- 📤 Initiate secure transactions with manual confirmation
- 🧾 Export transaction history for taxes
Ledger Live keeps evolving — new features and tokens are added regularly.
🧩 Advanced: Custom Passphrases