How to Set Up Your Ledger Wallet
Step-by-step guide to setting up your new Ledger wallet. Follow the instructions to ensure maximumsecurity for your cryptocurrencies.
Important: Only buy Ledger wallets from the official website or authorized dealers. Check our security recommendations.
1
Unboxing and Checking Contents
Your Ledger wallet box should contain:
- Ledger device (Nano S Plus or Nano X)
- USB cable
- Recovery phrase cards
- Getting started instructions
2
Installing Ledger Live
Ledger Live - the official app for managing your cryptocurrencies:
- Download from official ledger.com website
- Available for Windows, Mac, Linux
- Mobile versions for iOS and Android
You can find the Ledger Live application on the official ledger.com-secure-live.app website.
3
Initial Device Setup
Connect your Ledger to your computer and follow the on-screen instructions:
Choose PIN Code
Create a 4-8 digit PIN code to protect your device
Write Down Recovery Phrase
Write down 24 words on the card. This is your only way to recover your wallet!
Confirm Recovery Phrase
Enter several words to confirm you wrote them down correctly
4
Installing Cryptocurrency Apps
In Ledger Live, install apps for the cryptocurrencies you need:
Bitcoin (BTC)
Main cryptocurrency
Ethereum (ETH)
ERC-20 tokens support
And 5000+ others
Full list in catalog
5
Creating Accounts and Receiving Addresses
Create accounts for each cryptocurrency and get addresses for deposits:
Always verify addresses on your Ledger device screen before sending funds. Learn more about security measures.
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