Official Educational Onboarding & Security Walkthrough
Step confidently into secure self-custody. Learn how to verify your hardware device, initialize Ledger Live, and safeguard your digital assets with battle-tested security protocols.
Essential Security Notice: Never share your 24-word Secret Recovery Phrase, PIN, or private keys with anyone. Genuine software will never ask for them online.
Secure Element Chip
Offline Key Storage
PIN Code Protected

Genuine Verification Check: Passed
Certified EAL6+ Secure Element guarantees isolation from cyber threats
Devices Sold Worldwide
Supported Coins & Tokens
Self-Custody Ownership
Standard Recovery Key
OFFICIAL SETUP DIRECTORY • LEDGER.COM/START
Initialize your Ledger hardware wallet, run an authentic cryptographic device integrity check, and set up your private recovery phrase through the verified Ledger Live ecosystem.
STEP 01
Always access Ledger.com/start directly in your browser address bar. Download the genuine Ledger Live software for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, or Android.
STEP 02
Connect your device via USB. The secure element executes a cryptographic mutual-authentication test confirming your device hasn't been tampered with or pre-configured.
STEP 03
Generate your unique 24 secret recovery words directly on the physical hardware screen. Write them offline on your Recovery Sheet; never photograph or store them online.
Vital Security Rule: Ledger Never Requests Your 24 Words Online
Authentic setup via Ledger.com/start only occurs on the physical device screen and the official Ledger Live app. Never enter your 24 words into any browser, web form, email, or third-party extension.