Welcome to the official Ledger Getting Started Guide. This guide is designed to help you set up your Ledger hardware wallet, secure your assets, and integrate with office tools efficiently.
Before starting, ensure your Ledger device package is sealed. Check for tamper-evident stickers and verify authenticity using the official Ledger website.
The package should contain the Ledger device, a USB cable, recovery sheets, and instructions.
Ledger Live is the official companion app for managing your Ledger wallet and cryptocurrencies.
Visit the Ledger Live Download Page and install for your operating system.
Open Ledger Live and select "Initialize as new device" or "Restore device".
Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your Ledger.
Choose a secure PIN for device access.
Write down the 24-word recovery phrase and store it offline.
Never share your recovery phrase with anyone.
Office SupportOnce your device is set up, add cryptocurrency accounts for management.
Connect your Ledger to your computer and open Ledger Live.
Add accounts for Bitcoin, Ethereum, or other supported assets.
Receive crypto securely using Ledger-generated addresses.
In Ledger Live, click "Receive" and select the desired account.
Always verify the address on your Ledger device before receiving.
Double-check every transaction to prevent phishing attacks.
Outlook for NotificationsSend crypto securely using Ledger Live and your device for authorization.
Enter the recipient address and amount to send.
Validate the transaction on your device screen.
Keep your Ledger device firmware up-to-date for security.
Ledger Live notifies you if a firmware update is required.
Use your Ledger device to confirm updates safely.
Ledger devices can interact with decentralized finance apps securely.
Use a browser extension like MetaMask to connect Ledger safely.
Always confirm every transaction on your device screen.
If Ledger Live or your device encounters errors, follow these steps.
Restart the Ledger device and your computer.
Ensure proper cable and port usage.
Maintain long-term security by following these guidelines.
Store it in multiple secure locations offline.
Never use simple or repeated numbers.