Ledger — Secure Asset Manager
Step-by-step download and setup guide

Ledger Live: Quick overview

Ledger Live is a local application that lets you manage digital assets safely on hardware devices. This guide walks you through downloading the official desktop and mobile packages, preparing your system, and best practices for backing up your recovery information.

Ledger Live Download — Complete Setup Guide

This guide explains what you need to run Ledger Live, where to obtain the authentic installers, how to install them safely, and how to configure a hardware device so you can manage assets with confidence. Follow each step carefully and keep a secure record of your recovery information in an offline location.

System requirements

Minimum hardware and software requirements include a recent desktop operating system (Windows 10 or later, macOS 10.15 or later, or a modern Linux distribution). Mobile versions require Android 8.0+ or iOS 13+. Make sure your machine has up-to-date security patches and sufficient disk space.

Where to get the app safely

Always obtain the app from the official distribution channels. Use the vendor's official website or a verified app store. Avoid downloading packages from third-party mirrors or file-sharing sites. Verify the cryptographic signature or checksum if available before running any installer.

Installation steps (desktop)

  1. Open the official site and choose the appropriate package for your operating system.
  2. Download the installer file and verify the file integrity when checksums or signatures are published.
  3. Run the installer and follow the on-screen prompts to complete installation.
  4. When complete, launch the application and follow the first-run setup for device pairing and security checks.

Installation steps (mobile)

  1. Install the official app from the platform's verified store. Check the publisher name to ensure authenticity.
  2. Open the app, grant necessary permissions, and follow the on-screen assistant to pair a hardware device or create a watch-only profile.

Hardware device setup and backup

When initializing a hardware device, you will be given a recovery phrase. Record this phrase securely on paper or a metal backup — never store it in cloud sync, screenshots, or plain text files on internet-connected devices. Treat this phrase as the ultimate key to your assets.

Security best practices

  1. Keep your system updated and run reputable endpoint protections if available.
  2. Only connect your hardware device to trusted computers and avoid public or shared machines for sensitive tasks.
  3. Use strong local account protection on your device (system account password or platform PIN).
  4. When asked to confirm addresses on the hardware device, always verify them on the device screen before approving any transaction.

Troubleshooting tips

If the application fails to detect a connected device, try the following: use a different USB cable, ensure the device firmware is current, restart the application, and reboot your system. If problems persist, consult official support resources for device-specific diagnostics.

Uninstalling and reinstalling safely

To remove the application, use the system's standard uninstall flow. Reinstall from the official source and, when reconnecting a previously initialized hardware device, the application will reconstruct accounts using your secured recovery information — the application itself does not hold your private keys.

Following these steps will help you obtain and run the application with minimal risk while keeping complete control of your private keys on a hardware device. This approach combines convenience with strong protection for sensitive credentials.