Welcome to the official Ledger® Onboarding™ guide — your trusted source for setting up and securing your crypto hardware wallet. If you’ve recently purchased a Ledger Nano X, Ledger Nano S Plus, or Ledger Stax, this tutorial will walk you step-by-step through the official setup process. Protect your digital assets the right way — Ledger.com/start is your gateway to security.
Ledger is a global leader in crypto asset security. By combining state-of-the-art hardware with the user-friendly Ledger Live app, you gain full control over your cryptocurrencies, NFTs, and Web3 accounts. Unlike online wallets, your private keys are stored securely inside your Ledger device.
Go to the verified Ledger setup portal: Visit Ledger.com/start Always check that the URL is spelled correctly to avoid phishing attempts.
Inside the box, you’ll find your Ledger hardware wallet, a USB cable, recovery sheets, and setup instructions. Ensure the package is sealed and untampered before use.
Download Ledger Live only from the official source: Ledger.com/start This app will guide you through initialization, firmware updates, and portfolio management.
Connect your Ledger device to your computer or smartphone. Choose “Set up as new device.” You’ll be prompted to create a secure PIN code and write down your 24-word recovery phrase.
Never share your recovery phrase with anyone. Ledger will never ask for it. Store it safely offline.
Once your device is ready, open Ledger Live and install crypto apps such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, or Solana. For details and supported assets, visit Ledger.com/start.
A premium Bluetooth-enabled device designed for mobility. Connect it wirelessly to your smartphone and manage over 100 apps simultaneously.
An affordable USB-based wallet with a larger screen and more memory than the original Nano S — perfect for desktop use.
The newest innovation with an E-Ink curved touchscreen and wireless charging. Built for NFT and Web3 collectors.
Track your crypto portfolio in real time and monitor performance across assets.
With Ledger Live, you can buy, swap, and stake supported cryptocurrencies securely within one interface.
Explore DeFi, NFTs, and dApps while keeping your keys offline.
It’s the official setup page where users initialize their Ledger hardware wallets safely.
Only purchase from shop.ledger.com. When setting up, Ledger Live automatically verifies the authenticity of your device.
Yes, using your 24-word recovery phrase on a new Ledger device or compatible wallet.
Only if it’s sold and shipped directly by Ledger’s official Amazon store. Verify the seller details.
Restart both device and computer, update Ledger Live, and check the USB or Bluetooth connection.
Yes. You can connect your Ledger wallet with MetaMask for added security.
Yes! Download it from the App Store or Google Play and pair it with your Nano X via Bluetooth.
Reset your device and restore it using your recovery phrase through Ledger.com/start.
Open Ledger Live → Settings → Firmware Update → Follow on-screen steps.
Parts of it are open source. You can explore the codebase at LedgerHQ GitHub.
Your crypto security starts with the right hardware. The Ledger® Onboarding™ experience ensures your digital wealth remains protected from online threats. For the safest and most up-to-date setup instructions, always visit the official link: Start with Ledger.com/start