Ledger Live Login — Secure access to your hardware wallet

Ledger Live is a desktop and mobile application that acts as the interface to manage a Ledger hardware wallet (Nano S, Nano X, etc.). Logging in to Ledger Live connects the app to your device and allows you to view balances, send and receive transactions, manage accounts, and install app updates. Importantly, your private keys remain on the hardware device — Ledger Live facilitates access without exposing your keys to the internet.

1. Install Ledger Live: Download the official installer from Ledger's website and install it. Always verify the URL and checksum when available.
2. Connect your device: Use the USB cable to connect your Ledger device to the computer. For Ledger Nano X, you can use Bluetooth with the mobile app.
3. Open Ledger Live: Launch the app and choose Get started if this is your first time, or Open your existing profile.
4. Unlock your device: Enter your PIN on the Ledger device itself. Ledger Live will not accept the PIN typed on your computer — this keeps the secret safe on the device.
5. Allow manager access: If prompted, allow the Ledger app to communicate with Ledger Live. Confirm any actions directly on the device screen.
6. Access accounts: After pairing, your accounts and balances will appear in Ledger Live.

Tip: Never share your 24-word recovery phrase. Ledger will never ask for it in the app or by email.

The Ledger Live mobile app pairs with Ledger devices via Bluetooth (Nano X) or works as a companion for Nano S when using an OTG cable. Install Ledger Live from the official App Store / Google Play store, open the app, and follow the onboarding to pair your device. Confirm pairing on the hardware wallet and complete the unlock with your PIN.

• Check URLs and downloads: Only download Ledger Live from ledger.com. Bookmark the official download page and verify checksums if provided.
• Keep firmware up to date: Ledger periodically releases device updates. Apply them from Ledger Live after verifying prompts on the physical device.
• Use a secure computer/mobile: Avoid logging in from public or untrusted devices. Keep OS and antivirus up to date.
• Never enter your recovery phrase: Your 24-word phrase is the master key — only enter it on the physical device during recovery, never into software or websites.
• Beware of phishing: Phishing emails, fake websites, and malicious browser extensions try to trick you into revealing sensitive data. Confirm communication sources before clicking links.
• Lock your device: Use a strong PIN (but one you can remember). After multiple wrong PIN attempts, the device may wipe — understand your recovery process.

Device not detected? Try a different USB cable or port, check for a locked screen on the device, and ensure Ledger Live has permission to access USB devices. Restart Ledger Live and your computer if necessary.

Pairing fails? Reboot both the device and the app. Make sure Bluetooth permissions are enabled on mobile. For desktop, disable other wallet browser extensions that might conflict.

App shows outdated firmware? Follow Ledger Live prompts to update firmware. Confirm every step on the hardware device and never interrupt the update process.

Accounts missing? Use the Add account flow in Ledger Live to restore specific cryptocurrency apps on your device; you may need to reinstall an app from the manager.

Ledger Live fetches public blockchain data to display balances and transaction histories. While balances and addresses are visible, your private keys never leave your Ledger device. You can use Ledger Live in combination with third-party explorers or privacy tools if you need enhanced privacy, but always understand the tradeoffs before connecting external services.