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Getting started with cryptocurrency can feel overwhelming, especially when security is involved. Digital assets offer independence and control, but they also require responsible management. Ledger was created to make self-custody simple, secure, and accessible. Ledger.com/Start® serves as the official entry point for setting up your Ledger hardware wallet, guiding users step by step through the process of protecting and managing their crypto safely.
Whether you are new to crypto or transitioning from exchanges to self-custody, Ledger Support™ and the Ledger onboarding experience are designed to help you take control of your digital assets with confidence.
Why Getting Started the Right Way Matters
Cryptocurrency ownership is fundamentally different from traditional finance. There is no bank holding your funds and no password recovery service if access is lost. Ownership is defined entirely by private keys. If those keys are compromised, lost, or exposed, assets can be permanently lost.
Ledger addresses this risk by using hardware wallets that keep private keys offline. Ledger.com/Start® ensures that users begin their journey correctly, avoiding common mistakes and following best practices from day one. Proper setup is the foundation of long-term crypto security.
What Is Ledger.com/Start®?
Ledger.com/Start® is the official onboarding page for Ledger hardware wallets. It provides verified instructions, downloads, and guidance needed to safely initialize your device. This includes installing Ledger Live, setting up your hardware wallet, securing your recovery phrase, and learning how to manage crypto assets.
Using the official start page is critical. It helps users avoid fake software, phishing websites, and unofficial downloads that could compromise security. Ledger Support™ emphasizes that the first step in crypto safety is ensuring you are using trusted sources.
Setting Up Your Ledger Hardware Wallet
The setup process is designed to be simple, even for first-time users. Ledger.com/Start® walks you through each stage carefully, ensuring that nothing is rushed or overlooked.
Typical setup steps include:
Unboxing and Device Check Ensure your Ledger device is new and untampered with. Ledger devices are designed so that authenticity is verified during setup, not by pre-installed seals.
Installing Ledger Live Ledger Live is the official companion app used to manage accounts, install apps, and interact with blockchains. It is available for desktop and mobile platforms.
Initializing the Device During setup, the Ledger device generates private keys internally. These keys never leave the device and are never shared with Ledger or any third party.
Creating a PIN Code The PIN protects your device from unauthorized access. Even if someone gains physical access to your wallet, the PIN prevents them from using it.
Writing Down the Recovery Phrase The recovery phrase is the most important backup you will ever create. It allows you to restore access to your crypto if the device is lost or damaged.
Ledger Support™ strongly emphasizes storing the recovery phrase offline and never sharing it digitally.
Understanding the Recovery Phrase
The recovery phrase, often consisting of 24 words, is the master backup for your wallet. Anyone who has access to this phrase can control your crypto. Ledger.com/Start® dedicates special attention to explaining how to secure it properly.
Best practices include:
Writing the phrase down on paper or a secure metal backup
Never storing it on a phone or computer
Never taking photos or screenshots
Never sharing it with anyone, including support staff
Ledger Support™ will never ask for your recovery phrase. This rule alone protects users from the vast majority of crypto scams.
Using Ledger Live to Manage Your Crypto
Once setup is complete, Ledger Live becomes your central hub for managing digital assets. Through Ledger Live, users can add accounts, send and receive crypto, check balances, and install apps for different blockchains.
Key features of Ledger Live include:
Account Management: View multiple crypto accounts in one place
Secure Transactions: Every transaction must be confirmed on the hardware wallet
App Installation: Install blockchain apps directly on the device
Portfolio Overview: Track balances and asset allocation
Firmware Updates: Keep your device secure and up to date
Ledger Live works in tandem with the hardware wallet to ensure that private keys remain protected at all times.
Security Beyond Setup
Getting started is only the beginning. Ledger Support™ provides ongoing education to help users stay secure as they continue their crypto journey.
Important security principles include:
Always verifying addresses on the device screen
Keeping firmware and software updated
Being cautious of phishing emails and fake websites
Using official Ledger channels for downloads and support
Never connecting your device to untrusted computers
Ledger’s security model assumes that computers and smartphones may be compromised. That’s why critical actions must always be confirmed directly on the Ledger device.
Supported Assets and Use Cases
Ledger hardware wallets support a wide range of cryptocurrencies and tokens. From major assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum to numerous altcoins and tokens, Ledger allows users to manage diverse portfolios securely.
Common use cases include:
Long-term crypto storage
Daily transactions with added protection
Managing multiple accounts
Interacting with decentralized applications
Securing NFTs and digital collectibles
Ledger.com/Start® ensures users understand how to safely explore these features without exposing their private keys.
Help When You Need It — Ledger Support™
Ledger Support™ is available to assist users with setup questions, troubleshooting, and general guidance. The support ecosystem includes help articles, tutorials, and official documentation designed to empower users without compromising security.
A core principle of Ledger Support™ is education. Rather than taking control away from users, the goal is to help them understand how self-custody works and how to stay safe independently.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Ledger.com/Start® highlights common errors that new users should avoid:
Skipping recovery phrase verification
Downloading software from unofficial sources
Ignoring firmware updates
Falling for impersonation scams
Storing recovery phrases digitally
Avoiding these mistakes significantly reduces the risk of asset loss.
Why Start with Ledger.com/Start®
Starting your crypto journey at Ledger.com/Start® ensures that you are following verified, secure instructions from the beginning. It removes guesswork, reduces risk, and builds good security habits.
Key benefits include:
Trusted onboarding process
Clear, step-by-step guidance
Strong emphasis on self-custody
Hardware-backed security
Ongoing support and education
This approach makes Ledger suitable for both beginners and experienced users.
Take Control of Your Crypto with Confidence
Cryptocurrency offers freedom, but only when it is managed securely. Ledger.com/Start® is designed to help users take their first steps into self-custody with clarity and confidence. By following official guidance and using Ledger hardware wallets correctly, users gain true ownership of their digital assets.
Ledger Support™ exists to guide—not control—your crypto journey. With the right tools, knowledge, and habits, managing crypto securely becomes second nature.
Start the right way. Protect what’s yours. Take control of your digital future with Ledger.