The Ledger Live Desktop application stands as the official companion software for all Ledger hardware wallets. Designed to make managing your crypto assets easy, secure, and fast, it provides users with a seamless interface that bridges the gap between the digital and hardware layers of crypto security.
Whether you’re using a Ledger Nano X, Ledger Nano S Plus, or another Ledger device, Ledger Live is the all-in-one command center that allows you to manage, send, receive, and stake cryptocurrencies — all with hardware-level protection.
Ledger Live Desktop is the **official desktop software** built by Ledger.com to connect your hardware wallet to your computer securely. It is available for **Windows**, **macOS**, and **Linux** operating systems.
Through Ledger Live Desktop, users can track portfolio balances, view market insights, and execute crypto transactions — all while maintaining private keys offline, inside their Ledger device.
To ensure safety, always download the app from the official Ledger Live website. Avoid third-party or unofficial sources, as counterfeit versions can compromise your crypto assets.
After installation, you can start managing your crypto safely through the Ledger Live dashboard.
Plug in your Ledger device and unlock it with your PIN. Open the “Ledger Live” app and select “Get Started.” Ensure your firmware and apps are up-to-date.
You can create a new wallet or restore an existing one using your 24-word recovery phrase. Ledger never stores or asks for this seed phrase online.
Click “Accounts” → “Add Account” and choose the cryptocurrency. Ledger Live connects to the blockchain to synchronize your balance securely.
The intuitive dashboard gives you an overview of your portfolio, transaction history, and the latest market prices via Ledger Live Desktop.
Ledger devices utilize **Secure Element (SE) chips**, the same technology used in passports and credit cards, ensuring that private keys remain isolated from your computer or online environment.
Data exchanged between Ledger Live Desktop and your hardware wallet is fully encrypted, reducing exposure to online threats.
Always verify downloads from Ledger’s official site. Ledger frequently releases security patches and feature updates to strengthen its ecosystem.
With integrated partners like Changelly and Coinify, Ledger Live enables instant swaps between cryptocurrencies directly within the app.
Ledger Live Desktop lets you stake assets like Ethereum, Tezos, or Cosmos, earning passive rewards while retaining custody of your coins.
You can now view and manage NFTs (ERC-721 & ERC-1155) directly on your Ledger Live interface.
Ledger Live partners with verified exchanges, ensuring that users can buy and sell assets safely without leaving the app.
Access Web3 apps using Ledger’s Ledger Live and Ledger Connect. This allows users to interact with DeFi projects securely.
Unlike browser-based wallets, Ledger Live Desktop offers direct integration with hardware wallets, adding an extra layer of protection against phishing and malware.
| Feature | Ledger Live Desktop | Browser Wallets |
|---|---|---|
| Private Key Storage | Inside Hardware Wallet | Browser Memory |
| Security Level | High (Secure Element) | Moderate |
| DeFi Access | Yes (via Ledger Connect) | Yes, but less secure |
| Official Source | Ledger.com | Varies |
The mobile version of Ledger Live syncs seamlessly with your desktop app, allowing you to manage crypto on the go using Bluetooth (for Ledger Nano X).
A new feature that allows optional encrypted key backups. Always read the terms carefully on Ledger.com.
Learn crypto basics and advanced security through Ledger Academy — an official educational hub by Ledger.
As the crypto industry evolves, users demand both **control** and **security**. The Ledger Live Desktop app delivers both — offering a unified platform where you can perform transactions, earn rewards, and explore DeFi while keeping your private keys offline.
In the ever-expanding digital finance space, Ledger.com continues to set new benchmarks for crypto safety and convenience.
Ledger Live Desktop is more than a wallet manager — it’s a comprehensive ecosystem designed to empower crypto users with **security, transparency, and flexibility**. With continuous updates, intuitive design, and official integrations, it ensures your digital assets stay protected in an increasingly digital world.
Begin your secure crypto journey today at the official Ledger Live website and explore a safer, smarter way to manage your digital wealth.
It’s the official desktop application developed by Ledger.com for managing Ledger hardware wallets.
Yes, it’s completely free to download from Ledger’s official website.
Yes. You can sync your portfolio across desktop and mobile versions of Ledger Live.
Absolutely. Ledger Live is built with hardware-level security ensuring your private keys never leave your device.
Go to Ledger’s official update page to download the latest version safely.