What Is Ledger Live Desktop?
Ledger Live Desktop is the official, secure desktop application for users of Ledger hardware wallets. It is your gateway for managing all your crypto assets—from Bitcoin to Ethereum, from NFTs to dozens of altcoins—in one unified and intuitive interface.
With Ledger Live Desktop, you gain full control over your crypto: send, receive, swap, stake, and monitor your assets—while your private keys remain safely on your Ledger hardware device at all times.
Download Ledger Live Desktop
Ledger Live Desktop is available for major operating systems. Always download from the official Ledger Live download page to ensure authenticity and avoid phishing risks.
How to Set Up Ledger Live Desktop
Follow these steps to get started with your Ledger Live desktop app:
- Download the correct installer from the official Ledger site (Windows, macOS, or Linux).
- Install and launch Ledger Live Desktop.
- Connect your Ledger hardware wallet via USB.
- Unlock device with your PIN.
- Allow Ledger Live to detect your device and firmware version.
- Install or update firmware if required (always verify fingerprint on the device screen).
- Add crypto accounts (Bitcoin, Ethereum, altcoins) in Ledger Live.
- Use the “Manager” tab to install required apps on your hardware wallet.
- Begin sending, receiving, swapping, staking, and monitoring your portfolio securely.
Ledger Live Desktop also enables you to connect to Web3 apps, manage NFTs, and explore DeFi—without exposing your private keys. All transaction approvals happen on the device screen itself.
Security You Can Trust
Security is the foundation of Ledger Live Desktop. When used alongside your hardware wallet, it ensures your crypto remains under your control—and protected from threats.
- Private Keys Offline: Your keys never leave the Ledger device.
- Firmwares & App Verifications: Each firmware or app installation must be confirmed on-device.
- Open Source Code: Ledger’s firmware and software are open source and audited by the community.
- Device Authentication: Ledger Live verifies your device and firmware signature to prevent tampering.
- Phishing Resistance: Always verify domain names (ledger.com), and never enter your recovery phrase on your desktop.
- Backup & Recovery: Use your 24‑word recovery phrase offline for wallet recovery if device is lost or damaged.
Support & Additional Resources
Need help or want to learn more? Ledger offers guides, documentation, and community support to help you get the most from Ledger Live Desktop.
- Ledger Support Center — FAQs, tutorials, troubleshooting.
- Ledger Blog & Announcements
- Ledger Community Forums
- Learn more about Ledger Live
Always ensure you're following official instructions. Avoid third-party clones, phishing sites, or unofficial downloads when setting up Ledger Live Desktop. Keep your crypto safe, every step of the way.