Welcome to the Ledger Getting Started Hub at ledger.com/start — your trusted, official starting point for unpacking, initializing, and securing your Ledger hardware wallet. This Getting Started Hub brings together step-by-step instructions, Ledger Live download links, security checklists, and frequently asked questions to help new and returning users move from unboxing to confident crypto ownership quickly and safely.
The Ledger Getting Started Hub (ledger.com/start) is designed to be the canonical onboarding experience for Ledger hardware wallets. It concentrates the most important tasks in one place: safe download of Ledger Live, device initialization, recovery phrase backup advice, and links to official support articles and tutorials. Bookmark ledger.com/start to avoid unofficial pages and phishing sites.
The single most critical step for lifelong access to your crypto is the secure backup of your recovery phrase (seed). Ledger devices generate your seed offline and never transmit it. Record the recovery words physically on the card provided, or use a recommended metal backup solution — never store your recovery phrase in a cloud note or photo. Treat ledger.com/start as your canonical resource for recovery and support links.
Ledger Live is the companion application to manage accounts, send and receive crypto, stake supported assets, and install device apps. Download Ledger Live from the Getting Started Hub (ledger.com/start) for macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, and Android. Ledger Live integrates partner services for swaps and staking while enforcing on-device key signing for safety.
The Getting Started Hub links directly to Ledger support articles, the Ledger Academy for learning crypto basics, and official how-tos for device-specific setup and firmware. If you’re ever unsure, consult ledger.com/start or the official Ledger support pages for the latest, verified instructions.