The trusted app for secure crypto management — manage your Ledger device, track holdings, buy and sell assets, and access NFTs, all while keeping your private keys offline and safe.
Ledger Live is built around one central principle: your private keys should remain private. Ledger Live connects securely to your Ledger hardware wallet so you can interact with the blockchain without exposing the secrets that control your funds. Whether you're a first-time buyer or an advanced user managing many wallets and tokens, Ledger Live gives you a single, polished interface to keep control and confidence over your crypto.
Live balance, performance charts, and historical activity — see your entire crypto portfolio at a glance.
Create transactions in the app and confirm them on your Ledger device. Keys remain in the device's secure element.
Integrated partners allow you to buy or sell supported crypto assets directly from Ledger Live (availability varies by region).
View and manage your NFTs and collectibles within the app without exposing private keys.
Install blockchain-specific apps on your Ledger device for expanded asset support (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana).
Guided recovery flows and clear instructions if you ever need to restore a wallet from your recovery phrase.
Security is the backbone of Ledger Live. The app itself is intentionally lightweight: it orchestrates account management and communicates with your Ledger hardware wallet — but it never stores your private keys. Here are the key protections in place:
Good security is also about user habits: keep your recovery phrase offline and private, always verify device prompts before confirming, and keep your Ledger firmware up to date.
Setting up Ledger Live and your Ledger device is straightforward. Here's a simple step-by-step:
Tip: write your recovery phrase down on the included recovery sheet and store it in a safe, offline place. Never share it, and never enter it into software or websites.
Ledger Live supports the Ledger hardware wallet family and is available across platforms so you can manage assets where you prefer:
Before updating firmware or installing apps, ensure you have your recovery phrase securely stored. Ledger Live will guide you through any compatibility checks.
Power users and developers will appreciate that Ledger Live supports advanced workflows:
No — private keys never leave the device. Ledger Live creates transactions but the device itself signs them inside the secure element.
If you lose your device you can restore your wallet on any compatible device using your recovery phrase. That’s why keeping the recovery phrase secure is critical.
Yes — Ledger Live integrates with regionally-available partners to allow buying and selling of some assets directly in the app. Options vary by country and regulatory region.
Ledger Live notifies you when software or firmware updates are available and guides you through the secure update process. Always follow the on-screen instructions and verify prompts on your device.
Ledger Live combines hardware-backed security with a clean, modern interface so you can focus on using crypto — not protecting it. From portfolio tracking and NFT viewing to secure transactions and recovery tools, Ledger Live is designed to give you control without adding complexity.