Getting Started with Ledger Live app

To begin using Ledger Live on your desktop and effectively manage your Ledger hardware wallet, here is a detailed guide along with support information:

Setting Up Your Ledger Device

  1. Unbox Your Ledger Device: Ensure you have all components:

    • Ledger hardware wallet device

    • USB cable

    • Recovery sheet (to write down your recovery phrase)

    • Instruction manual

  2. Connect Your Ledger Device:

    • Use the USB cable to connect your Ledger device to a USB port on your computer.

  3. Power On Your Ledger Device:

    • Press the button on your Ledger device to power it on. The Ledger logo should appear on the screen.

  4. Initialize Your Ledger Device:

    • Follow the on-screen instructions on your Ledger device to set it up.

    • Create a PIN code: Set up a PIN code using the Ledger device’s buttons. This PIN will be required to access your wallet and confirm transactions.

    • Write Down Your Recovery Phrase: Your Ledger device will generate a 24-word recovery phrase. Write down these words in the exact order provided. This recovery phrase is crucial for recovering access to your wallet if your Ledger device is lost, stolen, or damaged.

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