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Introduction

What is Ledger Live?

Ledger Live is a desktop and mobile application that lets you manage your crypto portfolio, send and receive assets, install apps on hardware devices, and connect with exchanges and dApps securely. It is commonly used alongside Ledger hardware wallets to provide an air-gapped seed and private key protection.

Why use Ledger Live?

• Centralized portfolio dashboard for many blockchains and tokens.
• Secure app management for Ledger devices.
• On-chain staking, exchange integrations and swap capabilities (where supported).

Quick Setup

Before you start

Have your Ledger hardware device (e.g., Ledger Nano S Plus or Ledger Nano X), a charged battery if applicable, a computer or mobile device, and a secure place to record your recovery phrase. Never share the recovery phrase.

Step-by-step setup

1. Download Ledger Live from the official site and install it on your computer or mobile device.
2. Open the app and choose Set up a new device or Restore device if migrating.
3. Follow on-screen instructions to create a PIN and write down the recovery phrase on the provided card — store it offline.
4. Open the Ledger Manager inside Ledger Live to install apps for the blockchains you want to use.

Security tips

Only download Ledger Live from the official domain. Keep firmware up to date and never enter your recovery phrase into any app or website.

Integrating Trezor and Other Devices

Managing multiple hardware wallets

While Ledger Live is designed for Ledger devices, many users also manage Trezor devices and software wallets in parallel. Use each vendor's official suite for device-specific features — for Trezor, use Trezor Suite for full compatibility.

Interoperability notes

Do not mix recovery seeds between different device ecosystems. Treat each recovery phrase as a single source of truth and never import one vendor seed directly into another without understanding the risks.

When to use Trezor Suite

Use Trezor Suite for advanced Trezor features, firmware updates, and coin-specific support not available through Ledger Live.

Wallet & Device Management

Adding accounts and tokens

Inside Ledger Live you can add accounts for supported blockchains. For ERC‑20 tokens, add the token manually if it doesn’t appear automatically.

Device maintenance

• Keep firmware current by following official Ledger instructions.
• Use the physical device buttons to confirm transactions — never approve via an app alone.
• Back up your recovery phrase and store it in multiple secure physical locations if appropriate.

User Management (multi-user / team tips)

For organizations, use separated device seeds for each user and implement role-based transaction approvals (via multisig where available) instead of sharing a single seed.

Best Practices

Operational security

Limit software installed on the same machine used for Ledger Live. Use anti-malware tools and keep the operating system updated. For high-value holdings consider combining Ledger devices with multisig solutions.

Recovery and incident plan

Document a recovery procedure: where the seed is stored, who has access in emergencies, and steps to transfer funds to a new seed if a device is lost or compromised. Test the process with small amounts.