Your complete step-by-step introduction to Ledger
Welcome to the Ledger Start guide. This guide is designed to help you get started with Ledger, understand its key features, and make the most of your cryptocurrency experience safely and efficiently.
Ledger devices provide a secure way to manage your digital assets, keeping your private keys offline and protected from online threats.
Carefully unbox your Ledger device. Ensure that the packaging is intact and genuine to avoid counterfeit devices.
Never share your recovery phrase with anyone. Ledger will never ask for it online.
Security is the most crucial part of using Ledger. Here are the best practices to ensure your assets are safe:
Ledger Live is your main interface to manage your cryptocurrencies. You can send, receive, and track your assets safely.
Within Ledger Live, you can add multiple cryptocurrency accounts. Each account corresponds to a blockchain and allows you to manage your assets securely.
Ensure you have multiple backups of your recovery phrase stored securely in different locations.
Keep your Ledger device firmware and Ledger Live app up-to-date to avoid vulnerabilities.
Use your Ledger device in a secure environment, free from prying eyes or malware.