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Start Your Crypto Journey Securely with Ledger.com/start

The ultimate step‑by‑step onboarding guide for new and professional crypto investors. This modern layout is crafted to maximize user attention, engagement, and page retention — designed to convert visitors into confident Ledger users.

Bank‑Grade Security

Your private keys remain offline inside a certified secure element.

All‑in‑One Control

Manage 5,000+ coins, NFTs, DeFi, and staking directly in Ledger Live.

Trusted by Millions

Ledger is the world’s leading hardware‑wallet ecosystem since 2014.

Complete Ledger Setup Guide

1. Download Ledger Live (Official Only)

Ledger Live is your secure application for managing coins, staking, NFTs, and portfolio tracking. Download ONLY from Ledger.com/start to avoid malicious clones.

  • Choose your OS: Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
  • Install updates and enable app auto‑protection
  • Never install from unofficial websites

2. Initialize Your Ledger Device

Connect your Ledger Nano X or Nano S Plus. Create a PIN and securely record your 24‑word recovery phrase.

  • Never enter your recovery phrase online
  • Write all 24 words on paper — no screenshots
  • Confirm each word directly on the device screen

3. Verify Device Authenticity

Ledger Live automatically checks whether your device is genuine and untampered. This protects users from counterfeit hardware.

  • Ledger Live → My Ledger → Run authenticity check
  • Device must show ‘Your Ledger is Genuine’
  • If not, stop using the device immediately

4. Install Crypto Apps

Each blockchain requires its own Ledger app. Install only what you need to save storage.

  • Bitcoin App → For BTC only
  • Ethereum App → For ETH + all ERC‑20 tokens
  • Solana App → For SOL & SPL tokens

5. Start Managing Your Crypto

Send, receive, stake, swap and explore Web3 securely. Ledger ensures that every transaction must be approved physically on the device.

  • Verify addresses on device screen
  • Use Ledger Live to track gains and losses
  • Safely connect to Web3 through Ledger Extension

Your Secure Crypto Future Begins Now

With Ledger.com/start, you unlock industry‑leading hardware security and complete control over your digital wealth. Follow each step carefully and enjoy a safer, smarter, and more empowered crypto experience.