One secure interface for Bitcoin and thousands of altcoins
Ledger Live provides a unified, secure environment to manage Bitcoin, Ethereum, and thousands of altcoins. By pairing with a Ledger hardware wallet, Ledger Live ensures that private keys are isolated within a secure element chip — meaning signing and recovery always happen on your device, not on your computer or phone. The application is designed to be accessible for beginners while offering powerful tools for advanced users.
Manage, Buy, Sell, and Track
Ledger Live integrates with trusted fiat on‑ramps to let you buy crypto directly, supports swap providers for quick trades, and offers portfolio analytics and historical charts so you can track performance over time. Whether you hold Bitcoin as a long-term store of value or trade altcoins for DeFi opportunities, Ledger Live keeps your workflow secure and organized.
Key features
- Hardware-backed security: Private keys never leave your Ledger device.
- Broad asset support: Hundreds of coins and thousands of tokens supported via app catalog.
- Integrated buy/sell: On-ramp partners for fiat purchases and withdrawals.
- In-app swaps: Access exchange liquidity without exposing keys.
- Staking & earning: Stake supported assets directly in Ledger Live.
- Portfolio insights: Real-time valuations, charts, and exportable reports.
How it protects your funds
When you perform a transaction in Ledger Live, a transaction summary is displayed and must be confirmed directly on your Ledger hardware device. This protects against malware and UI spoofing — even if your computer is compromised, the transaction signature cannot be created without physical confirmation on the device. Ledger also publishes firmware updates and security advisories to keep devices hardened against evolving threats.
Step-by-step getting started
- Download Ledger Live from the link above and install it on your desktop or mobile device.
- Set up a new Ledger hardware wallet or restore from your recovery phrase if you already have one.
- Open Ledger Live and add accounts for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and any altcoins you want to use.
- Install specific coin apps on your Ledger device via Ledger Live and verify each transaction on the device.
- Explore buy/sell providers, swap options, and staking opportunities from the app.
Support, verification & best practices
Always verify downloads come from ledger.com and double-check checksums when provided. Keep your recovery phrase offline in a safe physical location — never type it into websites or share it. Use official support channels for troubleshooting and avoid third-party sellers who are not authorized Ledger resellers.
Who should use Ledger Live?
Ledger Live is suitable for a wide range of users — from newcomers who want a secure first wallet to seasoned crypto enthusiasts who need safe access to DeFi, staking, and NFT tools. Institutions and power users benefit from Ledger’s hardware-level security while maintaining a user-friendly management interface.