Introduction
Ledger Live connects to your Ledger hardware wallet to provide a secure environment for viewing balances, sending/receiving crypto, installing coin apps, and interacting with DeFi and dApps — while keeping private keys offline on the device.
Key Features
Hardware-backed signing
All sensitive operations (key derivation, signing) happen on-device. The host application only transmits signed transactions.
Portfolio & analytics
Track portfolio value across assets, view historic performance and export transaction reports for accounting.
Buy & Sell integrations
Trusted partner integrations let you purchase crypto via fiat rails from inside Ledger Live (region dependent).
Getting Started
- Download Ledger Live from the official Ledger website and verify checksum if available.
- Install and connect your Ledger device via USB or supported cable.
- Initialize device, set a PIN and write down your recovery phrase offline.
- Install coin apps via Ledger Live Manager and add accounts to view balances.
Security Best Practices
- Keep your recovery phrase offline (paper/metal) and never photograph or store it on devices.
- Confirm addresses and amounts on the Ledger device screen before approving transactions.
- Update firmware & Ledger Live regularly from official sources.
- Use passphrase protection for extra account isolation (advanced users).
Portfolio & Charts
Sample Holdings
- ● Bitcoin — 45%
- ● Ethereum — 30%
- ● Stablecoins — 15%
- ● Altcoins — 10%
This is a simulated chart for demonstration — replace with live data integration via APIs.
Buy / Sell Crypto
Ledger Live integrates with vetted partners to let you buy crypto with fiat. Always verify the receiving address on your Ledger device and be aware of provider fees and KYC requirements.
Integrations & APIs
Developers can integrate Ledger signing into workflows using supported libraries and APIs. For maximum privacy, run Ledger Live with your own node or use RPC endpoints you control.
FAQ
Yes, Ledger Live supports multiple devices and multiple accounts per device. Each device requires individual confirmation for signing operations.
If your recovery phrase is lost, you will be unable to restore your funds. Ledger cannot recover funds without the seed. Store it securely offline.
Parts of Ledger's stack are open-source. Check Ledger's official repositories and docs for details.
Conclusion
Ledger Live pairs a user-friendly interface with hardware-based security. Use it to manage, monitor, and transact your crypto while ensuring your private keys never leave the device.