Ledger Start™ is the official onboarding platform from Ledger® — the global leader in hardware wallet security. It’s designed to help you initialize, verify, and protect your Ledger® device with ease. Whether you’re a first-time investor or a crypto expert, Ledger Start™ ensures your setup is safe, seamless, and verified, keeping your digital assets under your full control.
Why Ledger Start™ Exists
Cryptocurrency ownership gives freedom — but also responsibility. Ledger Start™ bridges the gap between simplicity and security. It delivers a guided, step-by-step experience to help users securely configure their Ledger® hardware wallet, confirm device authenticity, and protect recovery phrases. Every step is encrypted, verified, and backed by Ledger®’s certified security technology.
Ledger® Hardware Security
Ledger® devices use Secure Element chips — the same type of hardware used in passports and payment cards. This chip isolates and encrypts your private keys, ensuring they never leave your wallet. Ledger Start™ verifies that your device is genuine and not tampered with. By setting up through Ledger Start™, users minimize risks from phishing, counterfeit devices, and online threats.
Intuitive and Guided Setup
Getting started with Ledger Start™ is effortless. The clear interface walks you through creating a PIN, generating your 24-word recovery phrase, and connecting safely to Ledger Live™. The process includes instant verification steps that ensure you’re interacting with a legitimate Ledger® product. With multilingual support and visual cues, even beginners can establish strong crypto protection in minutes.
Connect Seamlessly to Ledger Live™
After setup, Ledger Start™ links directly to Ledger Live™ — Ledger®’s all-in-one crypto management app. Ledger Live™ enables you to buy, swap, stake, and track over 5,500 assets with real-time insights. All operations are signed securely on your hardware wallet, ensuring your private keys never touch the internet. This integration blends convenience and control for both casual and professional users.
Empowering Self-Custody
Ledger Start™ reinforces the true philosophy of blockchain — self-custody. By storing your private keys offline, you remain the sole owner of your funds. Ledger® does not store, access, or back up your recovery phrase. With Ledger Start™, you take full responsibility for your assets — and the independence that comes with it. This self-sovereign model ensures lasting protection, free from third-party risks.
Education and Guidance
Every step in Ledger Start™ includes tips and security prompts to help users understand the fundamentals of crypto safety. You’ll learn about safe recovery phrase storage, recognizing scams, and managing your wallet responsibly. Combined with Ledger Academy™, these resources empower you to confidently explore the decentralized economy without compromising on safety.
Future-Proof and Constantly Updated
Ledger® continuously evolves to support the fast-changing crypto ecosystem. Ledger Start™ notifies you of important firmware updates and new features to ensure ongoing protection. With support for new blockchains, tokens, and decentralized finance (DeFi) integrations, Ledger® remains at the forefront of hardware security innovation — securing not just today’s crypto assets, but tomorrow’s too.
How to Begin
Starting with Ledger Start™ is simple. Connect your Ledger® hardware wallet, follow the on-screen setup steps, and complete device verification. You’ll generate your recovery phrase and connect to Ledger Live™. Once done, you can manage your portfolio, stake crypto, or explore NFTs — all secured by Ledger®’s world-class protection. It’s fast, reliable, and built for the future of digital finance.
Ledger Start™ ensures your crypto setup begins with verified hardware, self-custody, and peace of mind — empowering every user to own their financial freedom.