Introduction

Ledger Live Desktop®

Ledger Live Desktop® is a secure platform to manage your Ledger hardware wallet. It allows you to safely send, receive, and manage your crypto assets while keeping private keys offline.

Go to Ledger Live official site.
Download the version for your operating system: Windows, Mac, or Linux.
Install Ledger Live Desktop® and follow on-screen instructions.

Tip: Only download Ledger Live Desktop® from official sources to avoid phishing scams.

Connect via USB or Bluetooth (Nano X).
Unlock your Ledger device using your PIN code.
Ledger Live will detect your device automatically.

Warning: Avoid connecting to public or untrusted computers.

Choose to initialize as a new device or restore from recovery phrase.
Follow on-screen instructions and set a secure PIN.

Select “Add Account” and pick supported cryptocurrencies.
Sync your Ledger device with Ledger Live Desktop® for each account.

Tip: Always verify transactions on your Ledger device for security.

To send: select account, enter recipient address and amount, confirm on device.
To receive: copy account address from Ledger Live Desktop® and verify on device.

Ledger Live Desktop® notifies you of firmware updates.
Follow on-screen instructions and confirm updates on your device.

Tip: Only update firmware from official Ledger sources.

Never share your PIN or recovery phrase.
Only use Ledger Live Desktop® or trusted applications.
Keep recovery phrase backed up securely offline.

Q: Can I manage multiple cryptocurrencies? A: Yes, Ledger Live Desktop® supports a wide range of coins and tokens.
Q: What if I lose my Ledger device? A: You can restore your wallet on a new device using your recovery phrase.

Conclusion

Ledger Live Desktop® provides a secure, comprehensive platform to manage your crypto assets. Follow this guide to safely initialize, manage, and protect your funds.

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