Ledger Start™ is the official setup and onboarding experience from Ledger®, the global leader in digital asset protection. It guides both beginners and experienced users through a safe, simple, and secure setup process for their hardware wallets. Whether you’re storing Bitcoin, Ethereum, or NFTs, Ledger Start™ ensures that your crypto journey begins on the strongest foundation — privacy, ownership, and trusted security.
What Is Ledger Start™?
Ledger Start™ is a step-by-step setup assistant designed to help you initialize your Ledger® hardware wallet, verify device authenticity, and create your recovery phrase safely. It connects seamlessly with Ledger Live™, the all-in-one app for managing your cryptocurrencies. Every process in Ledger Start™ is verified and protected using Ledger’s industry-grade security infrastructure, giving you complete control over your private keys.
Built on Proven Ledger® Security
Ledger® is renowned for its Secure Element chip technology, the same type of high-security hardware used in passports and credit cards. This certified chip isolates and encrypts your private keys, ensuring they never leave your device. Ledger Start™ incorporates this protection at every step, from initialization to daily use. Your sensitive data is never exposed online, reducing your risk of phishing, malware, or exchange hacks.
Smooth and Guided Setup
Setting up a Ledger® device with Ledger Start™ is easy and intuitive. The guided interface takes you through all necessary steps — connecting your device, verifying its authenticity, writing down your recovery phrase, and setting a secure PIN. The process eliminates confusion and ensures that users correctly back up their wallets. Even if you’re new to crypto, Ledger Start™ provides clear visual guidance and multilingual support, helping you get started in just minutes.
Full Integration with Ledger Live™
Once your device is ready, Ledger Start™ connects you directly to Ledger Live™ — the official application for managing over 5,500 digital assets. From this secure dashboard, you can buy, sell, swap, and stake crypto, as well as view your portfolio performance in real-time. Ledger Live™ verifies every transaction through your hardware wallet, ensuring maximum protection while maintaining a user-friendly experience. This integration bridges convenience with the uncompromising security that Ledger® is known for.
Empowering True Self-Custody
With Ledger Start™, you own your keys — and therefore, your crypto. Unlike centralized platforms, Ledger® never holds or accesses your funds. Your private keys stay encrypted inside your Ledger® device. Ledger Start™ reinforces this principle of self-custody, helping users take control of their digital wealth and protect their independence. By following simple security steps, you safeguard your crypto against third-party risks forever.
Educational and Transparent Experience
Ledger Start™ doesn’t just set you up — it teaches you the fundamentals of crypto safety. From learning how blockchain works to recognizing scams and avoiding phishing attacks, Ledger Start™ provides short, clear educational moments throughout the setup journey. Combined with Ledger Academy™ resources, users can expand their knowledge, improve wallet security, and navigate decentralized finance confidently.
Future-Ready and Continuously Updated
Ledger®’s ecosystem evolves alongside the blockchain industry. Ledger Start™ includes automatic update reminders to help users stay protected with the latest firmware and features. As new assets, blockchains, and technologies emerge, Ledger® ensures compatibility and reliability through regular security patches and performance updates. This commitment to innovation keeps your wallet ready for tomorrow’s digital economy.
How to Begin with Ledger Start™
To begin, simply connect your Ledger® hardware wallet, open Ledger Start™, and follow the on-screen instructions. You’ll verify your device, generate your recovery phrase, and set up your PIN. Once complete, download Ledger Live™ and start managing your assets safely. The process is quick, secure, and verified by Ledger’s official servers. You’ll be ready to explore the crypto world with the highest level of trust and protection available today.
Ledger Start™ makes crypto onboarding simple, transparent, and secure — ensuring that your first step into digital finance is backed by Ledger’s trusted technology and commitment to user protection.