Unified Portfolio Dashboard
See all your crypto assets—Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and more—in one clear, real-time dashboard. View historical trends, gains/losses, and balances at a glance.
Powerful Features of Ledger® Live Desktop
Ledger® Live Desktop is the official Ledger application designed to work harmoniously with your Ledger hardware wallet. It gives you seamless access to advanced crypto functions from your computer. With Ledger Live Desktop, you can securely manage, stake, swap, and monitor your entire portfolio—all in one place.
Buy, Sell & Swap Crypto
Access integrated exchanges and partners right inside Ledger® Live Desktop. Buy crypto with fiat, swap between tokens, or sell your portfolio—all with full custody and confirmation.
Staking & Earning Rewards
Stake supported assets like ETH, ADA, DOT, and more directly through the app. Earn passive income while your assets remain under your custody.
How to Get Started with Ledger® Live Desktop
Getting started with Ledger® Live Desktop is straightforward. Follow these steps to install, configure, and begin managing your crypto securely:
- Step 1: Go to the official Ledger Live page and download the desktop version for Windows, macOS, or Linux. Ensure you always download from ledger.com to avoid fake apps. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
- Step 2: Install the application following on-screen instructions. Grant necessary permissions when prompted.
- Step 3: Open Ledger Live Desktop, connect your Ledger hardware device via USB (or Bluetooth for supported models), and enter your PIN directly on the device.
- Step 4: In the app, go to “Manager” to install the crypto apps you need (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum). :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
- Step 5: Add accounts from supported blockchains, then start sending, receiving, staking, or swapping crypto while approving each action on your device.
Remember: Always keep your 24-word recovery phrase offline and never share it. Ledger will never ask for it. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Security & Best Practices for Ledger® Live Desktop
The philosophy of Ledger® Live Desktop is simple: your private keys never leave your hardware wallet. Every transaction must be approved on the physical device itself. This means that even if your desktop is compromised, your crypto remains protected.
- Device‑Level Confirmation: All send, swap, and staking transactions require you to validate them directly on the Ledger device display.
- Open‑Source & Audited: Ledger Live’s code is open and regularly audited by security firms, increasing transparency and trust.
- Phishing Protection: Always verify you’re downloading from ledger.com. Fake apps exist that mimic Ledger Live and trick users into entering their seed phrase. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
- Regular Firmware Updates: Keep both your Ledger Live Desktop app and your hardware wallet firmware up to date to protect against vulnerabilities. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
- Backup & Recovery: Store your recovery phrase securely offline and never store it digitally.
These precautions ensure your Ledger® Live Desktop experience remains safe and resilient against attacks.
Need Help? Learn More & Join Ledger Community
Ledger offers comprehensive support, tutorials, and community guidance to help you on your desktop crypto journey:
- Ledger Support Center – step-by-step guides, troubleshooting, and FAQs.
- Ledger Community Forum – ask questions, get tips, and learn from other users.
- Watch the Ledger Live Tutorial Video for beginners. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}