Start Your Secure Crypto Journey

A Ledger hardware wallet is a physical device that stores your cryptocurrency private keys offline, providing the highest level of security. Unlike software wallets or exchanges, your private keys never leave the device and are protected by a secure element chip. This prevents hackers from accessing your funds even if your computer is compromised. Hardware wallets are essential for anyone serious about cryptocurrency security and long-term storage.

Setting up your Ledger is simple: 1) Download Ledger Live from our official website, 2) Connect your device and follow the on-screen setup wizard, 3) Create a secure PIN (4-8 digits), 4) Write down your 24-word recovery phrase on the provided recovery sheets, 5) Verify your recovery phrase, 6) Install cryptocurrency apps on your device. The entire process takes about 15-20 minutes. Never share your recovery phrase with anyone - it's the master key to your funds.

Ledger devices support over 5,500 cryptocurrencies and tokens, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Litecoin, Bitcoin Cash, Chainlink, Polkadot, Cardano, and thousands more. You can install multiple cryptocurrency apps simultaneously on your device. New cryptocurrencies are regularly added through Ledger Live updates. Check our complete list of supported assets on the Ledger website for the most up-to-date information.

Your 24-word recovery phrase is generated using industry-standard cryptographic algorithms and is mathematically secure. It's the only way to recover your funds if your device is lost, stolen, or damaged. Store it in a safe, offline location - never digitally or online. If you lose your recovery phrase and your device, you will permanently lose access to your cryptocurrencies. Consider using Ledger Recover (premium service) as an additional backup option.

Yes! Ledger devices are compatible with many third-party wallets and services including MetaMask, MyEtherWallet, Electrum, and hundreds of DeFi protocols. This gives you flexibility to use your preferred interfaces while keeping your private keys secure on the hardware device. Ledger Live is our official application, but you're not limited to using only our software.

If your device malfunctions, don't worry - your cryptocurrencies are safe as long as you have your recovery phrase. You can restore your accounts on a new Ledger device or compatible hardware wallet using your 24-word recovery phrase. For device issues, contact Ledger Support for troubleshooting assistance or warranty replacement. Never attempt to physically repair the device yourself as this could compromise security.

Ledger devices use a secure element chip (CC EAL5+ certified) that provides tamper-proof security. If someone tries to physically extract your private keys, the chip will detect the attack and erase all data. The device is also protected against side-channel attacks, fault injection, and other sophisticated hardware attacks. This military-grade security makes it virtually impossible to extract private keys even with physical access to the device.

Your Ledger device itself doesn't need internet - private keys are generated and stored offline. However, you need internet connection to: install/update apps, check balances, send transactions, and sync with blockchain networks. For maximum security, you can use your Ledger on an air-gapped computer for generating addresses, then move transactions to an online computer for broadcasting. The device ensures your private keys never touch the internet.