Welcome — ledger.com/start

A warm, guided entry to Ledger’s secure wallet ecosystem for new users.

Start with confidence

Visiting ledger.com/start puts you on the official path to set up your Ledger hardware wallet. The site is organized into short sections so you can prepare before opening the device: required downloads, safety checks, step-by-step initialization and how to test a transaction with a small amount. This protects your funds and builds good habits for long-term ownership.

Simple safety rules

Never type your recovery words into a phone or computer.
Always verify URLs and downloads come from ledger.com/start.
Use a metal backup for the recovery phrase if possible.

Visit ledger.com/start

After setup

Once your device is initialized via ledger.com/start and Ledger Live is installed, you can add apps for each coin, update firmware, and explore features such as portfolio tracking, staking and swap integrations. Always confirm addresses on the device screen before approving transactions.