Welcome to the official purple imohji-style onboarding experience for Ledger Live Desktop. This presentation mirrors each step left ↔ right for clarity. You’ll learn how to install, secure, and fully use Ledger Live with your hardware wallet. Approx. 1500 words of guidance to keep your crypto journey safe and smooth.
Visit the official Ledger.com/Start page. Select the Ledger Live Desktop version for your OS (Windows, macOS, Linux). Verify authenticity by checking the digital signature or checksum. This ensures you are not using a tampered installer.
Run the installer and follow the prompts. Choose a safe directory. Ledger Live requires only standard permissions. Once installed, launch the application. Confirm the version number matches Ledger’s official release notes before proceeding.
When you first open Ledger Live, you’ll see the welcome dashboard. Select your language and review the onboarding tips. Prepare your Ledger Nano hardware wallet for connection.
Plug in your device, unlock with PIN, and allow Ledger Live to verify its genuineness. Always confirm device prompts on the hardware itself. If the app fails to recognize the device, recheck your cable or drivers.
If this is your first Ledger device, initialize it. Create a PIN and generate your unique 24-word recovery phrase. Record it on paper using the recovery sheets provided. Never store it digitally.
If you already have a recovery phrase, restore it on your device. Ledger Live will then synchronize your accounts. Always input your recovery phrase on the device only — never in Ledger Live or any computer.
In the Ledger Live sidebar, click “Accounts” → “Add Account.” Choose your cryptocurrency. The device generates public addresses and Ledger Live syncs them with the blockchain. You’ll see balances and past transactions.
When receiving funds, always verify the address shown in Ledger Live against your device’s screen. If they mismatch, cancel immediately. Device confirmation protects against malware or clipboard hijacking.
The portfolio tab aggregates your holdings across all accounts. Values update in real time with fiat equivalents. Use filters to track growth over days, months, or years.
Each account lists complete transaction details — amount, timestamp, confirmations, and fees. Always confirm that transactions appear on the blockchain explorer for maximum assurance.
Ledger Live never exposes your private keys. All sensitive approvals occur on the hardware device. This air-gap ensures malware cannot sign unauthorized transfers.
Ledger publishes updates frequently. Ledger Live will notify you when new firmware is available. Always follow prompts carefully and never disconnect during the update process.
Ledger Live supports staking ETH, SOL, XTZ and more. Choose validators, confirm on device, and earn rewards directly in your portfolio. Research providers before delegating.
Through integrated partners, you can buy or swap assets. Fees vary by region and provider. As always, transactions require device confirmation, ensuring safety.
Ledger Live Desktop unites security with ease of use. This mirrored onboarding guide covered installation, device pairing, account setup, transactions, and advanced features. By following best practices and verifying everything on your Ledger device, you keep your assets safe while exploring the crypto world with confidence.