About Ledger Live
Ledger Live is the official companion app for Ledger hardware wallets, designed to provide users with a secure, intuitive platform for managing a broad range of cryptocurrencies. Trusted by millions globally, Ledger Live allows you to monitor your portfolio, trade assets, stake coins, and explore decentralized finance opportunities while keeping your private keys safely offline.
This application bridges the security of cold storage hardware with convenient crypto asset management all in one robust interface for desktop and mobile.
Ledger Live Key Features
- Manage and store over 5,000 cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and many altcoins.
- Buy and sell assets directly within the app, with integrated fiat on-ramps.
- Stake supported cryptocurrencies and earn competitive rewards securely.
- Swap crypto assets effortlessly with competitive rates and no custodial risks.
- Access and manage NFTs from popular collections with native support.
- Get real-time portfolio insights, price alerts, and detailed transaction histories.
- Seamless hardware wallet integration with Ledger Nano S, Nano X, and Nano Gen 5.
- Open-source transparency for security and privacy assurance.
Security You Can Rely On
Ledger Live works hand-in-hand with Ledger's hardware wallets to provide a fortress of security around your digital assets.
- Private keys remain in the secure element chip of your Ledger device, never exposed online.
- All transactions require manual confirmation on the device to prevent unauthorized access.
- Built-in transaction verification tools, like Clear Signing and Transaction Check, protect against phishing and malicious contracts.
- Regular firmware and app updates ensure protection against emerging threats.
- Decentralized key storage and open-source software provide transparency and trust.
Using Ledger Live Effectively
- Download Ledger Live from the official Ledger website for your OS or mobile app stores.
- Connect your Ledger device and open Ledger Live to initialize the setup.
- Use the setup wizard to add accounts and activate cryptocurrencies relevant to your portfolio.
- Buy cryptocurrency using integrated fiat gateways with regulated providers.
- Swap coins securely without leaving Ledger Live via decentralized swap services.
- Stake supported assets directly to earn yield while your keys remain protected.
- Activate notifications for real-time price and portfolio changes to stay informed.
- Regularly back up your recovery seed phrase and ensure device firmware is updated.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes, Ledger Live is free to download and use alongside Ledger hardware wallets. It does not charge fees for portfolio management.
Ledger Live supports management of over 5,000 cryptocurrencies and tokens, providing a comprehensive portfolio experience.
Ledger Live works with Ledger hardware wallets to keep private keys offline, and every transaction requires device confirmation, shielding you from hacks.
Yes, you can stake supported cryptocurrencies like Ethereum, Tezos, and Polkadot directly via Ledger Live.
Ledger Live is available for both iOS and Android devices, allowing portfolio management on the go with the same level of security.