The 24-word recovery phrase is the master key to your crypto assets. Anyone with access to this phrase can control your funds. Write it down on the provided recovery sheet and store it in a secure offline location.
Never take a photo of your recovery phrase, store it digitally, or share it with anyone. Ledger will never ask for your recovery phrase. Losing this phrase means losing access to your funds permanently if your device is damaged or lost.
Ledger.com/Start emphasizes verifying the recovery phrase during setup to ensure it has been written down correctly.
Once your device is initialized, Ledger Live allows you to install apps for different cryptocurrencies. Each app corresponds to a specific blockchain, such as Bitcoin or Ethereum.
After installing the apps, you can add accounts in Ledger Live. These accounts allow you to receive, store, and send crypto securely. Ledger Live provides real-time balance updates and transaction history.
Before receiving funds, always verify the wallet address on your Ledger device screen to ensure it matches the address shown in Ledger Live.
Security is an ongoing responsibility. Always keep your Ledger device firmware up to date using Ledger Live. Firmware updates often include security improvements and new features.
Be cautious of phishing emails and fake websites claiming to be Ledger. Only trust communications from official Ledger sources. Never enter your recovery phrase on a computer or website.
If your Ledger device is lost or stolen, your funds remain safe as long as your recovery phrase is secure. You can restore your wallet on a new Ledger device using the same recovery phrase.
Some users may experience connectivity issues during setup. Ensure your USB cable is functioning properly and try a different USB port if necessary. For Bluetooth models, make sure Bluetooth is enabled and your device is charged.
If Ledger Live does not recognize your device, restarting both the application and the device often resolves the issue. Keeping your operating system updated also helps ensure compatibility.
Yes, Ledger.com/Start is the official onboarding page provided by Ledger for safely setting up hardware wallets.
Ledger Live is required for initial setup and firmware updates, but third-party wallet integrations are also supported after setup.
You can restore your wallet on a new Ledger device using your 24-word recovery phrase.
Ledger supports thousands of cryptocurrencies and tokens across multiple blockchains.
Yes, your private keys remain stored securely on the Ledger device and are never exposed to your computer.
Yes, you can reset the device, but you will need your recovery phrase to restore access to your funds.
This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Cryptocurrency investments involve risk, and users are solely responsible for securing their wallets and recovery phrases. Ledger and related services should always be accessed through official sources only.