This Getting Started Hub gives newcomers and returning users a concise, practical walkthrough for Ledger: how to log in, complete first-time setup, keep your recovery phrase safe, install apps, and use common features. The guidance is written for any technical level and focuses on security-first actions so you can manage crypto with reduced risk.
Power on your Ledger and follow on-device instructions. Choose a secure PIN (avoid birthdays or repeated digits). When the device displays your 24-word recovery phrase, write every word down in order. Ledger will ask you to confirm a few words to ensure accuracy. This phrase is the master key to your accounts — treat it like gold.
Never share your recovery phrase, keep firmware updated, and verify addresses on the device screen before approving transactions. Use official Ledger Live downloads only from ledger.com. Consider metal backups and storing recovery copies in separate secure locations.
Open Ledger Live and navigate to the Manager. Install only the apps you use (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum). Adding an account in Ledger Live will let you receive and send funds while the private keys remain securely on the device. Review app sizes and free memory before installing multiple apps.
If you forget your PIN, use the recovery phrase to restore the device on a new Ledger. If something seems suspicious (unexpected firmware prompts, unfamiliar support contacts), disconnect and verify details on Ledger’s official site. For advanced recovery, follow the official step-by-step procedures and reach out to Ledger support if needed.
This hub uses plain language and stepwise instructions so people new to hardware wallets can follow confidently. If English isn’t your primary language, translate key phrases and retain the order of words in the recovery sheet exactly.
Ledger’s security model is simple: private keys on a device you control. A careful setup, strong PIN, safe storage of the recovery phrase, and cautious transaction verification create a resilient foundation for self-custody. Start with small transactions, keep software current, and build safety habits: these small steps have an outsized impact on protecting your crypto.
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