Ledger.com/start: Take Control of Your Crypto

Learn how to protect your digital assets, use Ledger wallets safely, and master cryptocurrency management from the ground up.

Why Ledger Matters

Ledger hardware wallets store your crypto offline, keeping private keys away from hackers and online threats. Think of it as a digital vault that only you can access.

Ledger helps you understand critical concepts like private keys, cold storage, multi-asset wallets, and secure recovery, making crypto management safer and easier.

How to Set Up Your Ledger Wallet

Choose Your Device: Nano S Plus for beginners or Nano X for mobility.
Initialize Your Wallet: Create a PIN and write down the 24-word recovery phrase offline.
Install Ledger Live: The official app for managing crypto safely on desktop or mobile.
Connect and Sync: Pair your Ledger device with Ledger Live for transactions.
Secure Your Backup: Keep multiple copies of your recovery phrase in safe locations.

The Power of Cold Storage

Cold storage keeps your crypto offline, minimizing the risk of hacking. Ledger’s devices are built for this purpose, ensuring private keys never leave the device. Think of it as storing your digital gold in a secure vault rather than a public server.

Ledger supports major cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and hundreds of altcoins, all safely offline.

Ledger Nano S Plus

Compact and affordable
Supports 1800+ cryptocurrencies
Strong offline security

Ledger Nano X

Bluetooth for mobile use
Supports multiple assets
Long-lasting battery and larger memory

Security Highlights

CC EAL5+ certified secure chip
Private keys never leave the device
Regular firmware updates
Supports multiple coins

Crypto Terms Simplified

Private Key: Secret code to access your funds.

Blockchain: Decentralized ledger of all transactions.

Cold Storage: Offline storage to prevent hacking.

Ledger Live: App for managing crypto safely.

DeFi: Platforms for lending, borrowing, and yield farming.

Ledger FAQs

Q1: Can I recover my funds if I lose my Ledger?
Yes, with your 24-word recovery phrase you can restore all assets on a new device.

Q2: Are all cryptocurrencies supported?
Ledger supports 1800+ coins and tokens, including Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Q3: Is Ledger safe from hacking?
Yes, private keys never leave the device, and all transactions are signed offline.

Best Security Practices

Never share your recovery phrase or PIN.
Keep Ledger firmware and Ledger Live updated.
Store your Ledger device securely offline.
Keep multiple backups of recovery phrases in safe locations.