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Portfolio overview
Bring supported accounts into one desktop view and review balances, asset allocation, and activity at a glance. Treat displayed values as information to review, not a recommendation to trade.
A CLEARER START, BY DESIGN
Ledger Live Desktop:
Your Device
Setup Journey.
A thoughtful, independent guide to preparing your desktop wallet setup—so you can find official resources, understand the basics, and move at your own pace.
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Independent information only
Always verify with Ledger’s official documentation.
01 / DESKTOP SETUPSCROLL TO EXPLORE ↓
01 THE DESKTOP COMPANION
Clarity for the
steps ahead.
Ledger Live Desktop is designed to accompany a Ledger hardware device, giving you a place to review account information and access supported wallet features from your computer.
Before you begin, take a moment to understand what the desktop app does—and what it doesn’t. Your hardware device remains central to authorizing actions. This independent guide helps you prepare, organize your questions, and locate official instructions without handling secret recovery information.
Browse Ledger’s official support resources ↗02 WHAT YOU CAN EXPLORE
A considered view
of your wallet.
Four useful areas to familiarize yourself with before your first desktop session.
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Account organization
Keep accounts arranged around the networks and purposes you use. Clear labels and a considered structure can make routine reviews simpler as your setup grows.
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Transaction tools
Explore the available send, receive, and account activity workflows carefully. Always verify recipient details, network, and the information shown on your hardware device before approving.
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Security awareness
A desktop companion is only one part of a secure routine. Protect your recovery phrase offline, confirm actions on your device, and approach unexpected links with care.
03 YOUR FIRST SESSION
Starting Up with
Ledger Live Desktop.
Preparation is a small investment in confidence. Use this sequence as an orientation, then rely on the latest official instructions for your device.
Find the official source
Start at Ledger’s official website and navigate to its support or download documentation. Avoid sponsored lookalikes, unsolicited messages, and links from unknown sources.
Review requirements
Read current operating-system, device, and connection guidance in official documentation. Requirements and supported features can change with app releases.
Prepare your device
Use a trusted computer, have your Ledger device available, and ensure you can identify your recovery information without entering it into a computer or website.
Take it one step at a time
Follow the official on-screen instructions. Check details on your hardware device and pause whenever a prompt, destination, or request feels unexpected.
04 SOURCE MATTERS
Official guidance.
Always in reach.
Software availability, operating-system support, and compatible features can change. For the most reliable details, navigate directly to Ledger’s official website and open its current support documentation before downloading or changing your setup.
Confirm the site address, read the latest release notes when available, and be wary of anyone asking for your recovery phrase. Ledger will never need you to share that phrase to troubleshoot your desktop app.
Open Ledger Support ↗05 BEFORE YOU BEGIN
A quick readiness
check.
Software updates
Use a trusted computer and review current app and operating-system guidance from official sources.
Device compatibility
Confirm your device model, connection method, and supported features against up-to-date documentation.
Recovery information
Keep recovery words private and offline. Never photograph, type, upload, or share them with anyone.
06 GOOD TO KNOW
Questions,
answered.
When in doubt, verify with official Ledger support.
Is this the official Ledger website?+
No. This is an independent informational resource and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by Ledger. For downloads, current requirements, and account-specific help, use Ledger’s official website and support documentation.
Where should I download Ledger Live Desktop?+
Navigate to Ledger’s official website yourself and follow its current download instructions. Check the domain carefully and avoid download links sent through unsolicited messages or advertisements.
Do I need my recovery phrase to set up the desktop app?+
Do not enter your recovery phrase into a computer, browser, or app. Keep it private and offline. Follow the official device setup guidance for your specific situation, and contact official support if you are unsure.
Can I use this guide as technical support?+
This page provides general orientation only. It cannot inspect your device or verify the latest compatibility details. Refer to official Ledger documentation for step-by-step assistance and up-to-date requirements.