
🚀 Get Started with Ledger — Welcome to Ledger.com/start
Congratulations on taking the first step toward true crypto ownership. Whether you’ve just unboxed your Ledger Nano S Plus or Nano X, your journey to secure, self-custodied crypto begins right here:
This official setup portal is your trusted guide to safely activating your Ledger device and connecting it with Ledger Live, your crypto command center.
Let’s walk through everything you need to know. 👇
🔐 Why Use a Ledger Hardware Wallet?
In the crypto world, not your keys = not your coins.
Ledger devices store your private keys offline, protected from hackers, malware, and phishing attacks.
✅ You own your crypto
✅ You approve every transaction physically
✅ Your keys never leave your device
🧭 What is Ledger.com/start?
Ledger.com/start is the official onboarding page for new Ledger users.
It walks you through every step to:
- ✅ Set up your Ledger Nano device
- 🔐 Create a secure recovery phrase
- 💻 Install Ledger Live (desktop or mobile)
- 🛠️ Add your first crypto accounts
- 🌐 Connect to dApps via Ledger Extension
⚠️ This page is the safest and ONLY place you should follow for setup. Avoid YouTube scammers or third-party tutorials that could mislead you.
🛠️ How to Set Up Using Ledger.com/start
Here’s what to expect during your setup journey:
📦 Step 1: Unbox & Inspect Your Ledger
Make sure your package is sealed and authentic.
Ledger devices come with no pre-installed software or written recovery phrase.
🛑 If the recovery phrase is already written down — do NOT use it. Contact support immediately.
🔐 Step 2: Connect & Set Up Your Device
- Plug in your Ledger Nano X or S Plus
- Choose “Set up as new device”
- Create a strong PIN
- Write down your 24-word recovery phrase and store it offline
💻 Step 3: Download Ledger Live
Next, you’ll be prompted to install Ledger Live — the secure desktop and mobile app that connects to your Ledger device.
With Ledger Live, you can:
- 📲 Send & receive crypto
- 🔄 Swap and buy coins
- 🪙 Stake assets to earn rewards
- 📊 Monitor your portfolio
- 🧩 Access Web3 & NFTs via Ledger Extension
Download only from the official website. Do not use app store lookalikes or browser extensions pretending to be Ledger.
📁 Step 4: Add Crypto Accounts
Once Ledger Live is installed:
- Go to Manager and install apps like Bitcoin, Ethereum, or Solana
- Then, go to Accounts and add your first wallets
- You can now receive crypto to your Ledger securely!
🌐 Step 5: Access the Web3 World
Ledger Live connects with the Ledger Extension browser plugin, letting you:
- 🎨 View and manage NFTs
- 🧠 Use DeFi platforms
- 🗳️ Participate in DAOs
- 💱 Connect to DEXs like Uniswap, Curve, and more
🛡️ Every interaction is verified through your physical device — no sneaky smart contracts or scam popups.
🧠 Top Security Tips
🔒 Never share your 24-word recovery phrase with anyone
📦 Only buy Ledger devices from ledger.com
🆕 Keep your firmware and Ledger Live updated
🛠️ Regularly review your device settings & connected apps
🧾 Use multiple accounts to organize different holdings
🗣️ What New Users Say
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“Ledger.com/start made setting up my wallet super easy. The instructions were clear, and I felt confident the whole time.”
— Amir D.“I was intimidated at first, but the guided setup was smooth. Now I have full control over my Bitcoin and ETH. Thank you, Ledger!”
— Sophie T.
✅ Start Now — Your Crypto, Your Control
You’ve already taken the right step by getting a Ledger device.
Now take just 10–15 minutes to set it up securely with Ledger.com/start — and protect your digital wealth for the long term.
👉 Begin Setup at Ledger.com/start
🔐 Because true ownership starts with self-custody.