A short, friendly guide showing what to do first, how to stay safe, and where to go for official resources.
Hardware wallets like Ledger keep your private keys offline — meaning your crypto signing keys stay on the device and are not exposed to the internet. This reduces risk from phishing, malware, and exchange compromises while giving you full control of your assets.
Scammers often mimic official apps and pages. Always verify URLs, check certificate details if unsure, and never install “Ledger Live” from third-party download sites or links in unsolicited emails. If your device prompts for your seed phrase — decline and contact support from the official site.
Once comfortable, explore account management in Ledger Live, using multiple accounts, staking, NFTs, and connecting safe third-party apps while confirming actions on your device. Ledger Recover (an optional service) can help restore access under certain conditions — read the terms carefully before using any recovery service.
This page gives you the essential first steps: buy an official device, download Ledger Live only from ledger.com, follow the on-device prompts for PIN and recovery phrase, and follow security best practices to keep your assets safe. Use the official links in the sidebar for walkthroughs, downloads, and support.