Prepare the Hardware
Keep your Ledger hardware wallet available and follow the initial device instructions carefully before moving to account management.
Learn the key stages involved in preparing a Ledger hardware wallet, connecting compatible software, organizing supported accounts, and maintaining strong security habits while managing digital assets.
A careful setup makes it easier to understand your hardware wallet and develop safer habits before approving cryptocurrency activity.
LEDGER.COM/START GUIDE
Ledger.com/start can be used as a starting point for understanding the basic process of preparing a Ledger hardware wallet. New users should become familiar with the physical device, compatible wallet software, account setup, and security information before beginning regular cryptocurrency management.
During setup, take your time and read instructions carefully. Download software only from trusted sources and avoid links supplied through unexpected messages or advertisements. A slower, deliberate setup can help prevent avoidable mistakes.
THE BASIC PROCESS
Keep your Ledger hardware wallet available and follow the initial device instructions carefully before moving to account management.
Use compatible and trusted wallet software to interact with supported accounts and view available digital asset information.
Review important information on the physical device before approving addresses, amounts, or cryptocurrency transactions.
SECURITY HABITS
Hardware wallet security depends heavily on protecting confidential recovery information. Keep your recovery phrase private and store it somewhere secure and offline. Do not send it to another person, enter it into an online form, or provide it to someone claiming to be a wallet support representative.
It is also important to remain alert when using cryptocurrency websites and applications. Fake support accounts, imitation pages, suspicious links, and urgent messages can be designed to make users reveal information they should keep private.
Never disclose your recovery phrase or type it into a website, message, email, or unfamiliar application.
EVERYDAY WALLET MANAGEMENT
Check the selected account and relevant details before beginning a cryptocurrency operation.
Carefully review the destination address and network information before receiving or sending digital assets.
Compare transaction information with what is displayed directly on your Ledger hardware wallet before approval.
Treat unexpected links, advertisements, support messages, and requests for confidential information with caution.