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Unbox and inspect
Check the box and device for signs of damage or tampering. If anything looks unusual, stop and contact Ledger Support through ledger.com.
A practical, security-first guide
Ledger.com/start.
New to your Ledger hardware wallet? Follow these four essentials, take your time, and keep your recovery phrase completely private.
Important: This is an independent informational guide, not an official Ledger website.
YOUR FIRST FOUR STEPS01 — 04
A calm start, at your pace
Your setup, step by step.
Take a moment with each step. If anything feels unexpected, pause and verify instructions through Ledger’s official website.
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Connect your device
Use the supplied cable, or follow the in-box instructions for your model. Confirm that the display turns on and follow only the prompts shown on the device itself.
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Set up your recovery phrase
Your device generates a recovery phrase during setup. Write it on the supplied recovery sheet and keep it private and offline. Never photograph it or enter it on a website.
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Get Ledger Live
Download Ledger Live using the official link on ledger.com. Install it on your computer or phone, then follow its guided device-pairing steps.
Security, always
No login.
No phrase online.
No exceptions.
Your wallet setup should never require you to type your recovery phrase into a website, send it in a message, or hand it to another person.
Explore Ledger Academy01 — SECURITY PRINCIPLE
Self-custody starts with you
Your recovery phrase can restore access to your crypto. Anyone who gets it may be able to control your assets, so keep it secret and physically secure.
02 — SECURITY PRINCIPLE
Verify on the device
Review and approve transactions on your Ledger screen. A computer or phone can display information, but your device is where you confirm what you sign.
03 — SECURITY PRINCIPLE
Stay alert to impersonators
Ledger will never ask you to share your recovery phrase. Reject unexpected messages, support calls, QR codes, and websites requesting it.
PLEASE READ
A few things worth remembering.
Independent guide. This page is not affiliated with or operated by Ledger. For product support, downloads, and definitive instructions, navigate directly to ledger.com.
Keep recovery information offline. Never enter your 24-word phrase on a computer, phone, website, or form. Ledger support will never request it from you.
Verify every link. Be cautious of search ads, lookalike domains, unsolicited support, and messages that create urgency. Type the official address yourself.
Crypto involves risk. This guide is educational only and is not financial advice. You are responsible for your device security and asset decisions.