Updates & Maintenance
Firmware updates add features and fix vulnerabilities. Ledger Live notifies you when updates are available. Always update from official sources. Backup your recovery phrase securely before performing updates.
Ledger hardware wallets protect your private keys in a secure chip. This presentation-style HTML document (~700 words) walks you through setup, safety rules, and ongoing maintenance using the official Ledger.com/Start resource. Each section is formatted as a slide with accent colors and clear headings so you can present or print it as a guide.
Ledger devices like Nano S Plus and Nano X are designed to isolate your keys from online threats. They pair with the Ledger Live software to let you buy, receive, send, and stake assets while ensuring sensitive operations remain secure inside the device.
Inspect packaging for tamper-evident seals. Ledger devices ship without pre-installed software or pre-written recovery sheets. Included items: the device, USB cable, recovery sheets, and quick-start guide. If anything seems suspicious, stop and contact Ledger support.
Use the supplied USB cable to connect the device to your computer or, for Nano X, connect via Bluetooth to mobile. Then manually type https://ledger.com/start in your browser. This official site guides you through Ledger Live installation and secure setup.
Ledger Live is available for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android. Download only from Ledger.com/Start to avoid phishing. After installation, open the app and follow prompts to initialize your device.
Choose “Set up as new device” and generate a recovery phrase. Write down the 24 words by hand on the provided recovery sheets. Never photograph, scan, or save the seed digitally.
Set a PIN (4–8 digits) to protect local access. Each login requires entering the PIN directly on the device.
The 24-word recovery phrase is the master key to your funds. Store it securely in at least two offline locations such as a safe or safety deposit box. Anyone with access can control your assets. Ledger will never ask for your recovery phrase.
Ledger Live lets you add accounts for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and many other assets. Accounts provide clear overviews of balances and transactions.
When sending, confirm addresses and amounts on the Ledger screen. When receiving, always verify addresses through the device before sharing them.
Ledger Live integrates services that allow buying, swapping, and staking crypto without exposing your private keys.
Firmware updates add features and fix vulnerabilities. Ledger Live notifies you when updates are available. Always update from official sources. Backup your recovery phrase securely before performing updates.
Reset the device and restore with your recovery phrase. Without the phrase, funds are irrecoverable.
Ledger hardware wallets combined with Ledger Live provide strong, convenient crypto management. By following secure setup and maintenance practices, you protect your digital wealth against online threats. Always rely on the official site — Ledger.com/Start — as your trusted resource for onboarding and updates.