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What is ledger.com/start?

ledger.com/start is the official setup page created by Ledger. It provides secure instructions, downloads for the Ledger Live app, and guidance to initialize your hardware wallet safely.

It helps you:

  • Install the official Ledger Live software
  • Set up your device correctly
  • Create a PIN
  • Back up your 24-word recovery phrase
  • Add crypto accounts

What You Need Before Setup

Before starting, make sure you have:

  • A new Ledger device (Nano S Plus, Nano X, etc.)
  • A computer or smartphone
  • Internet connection
  • Recovery sheets and pen

Important:

  • Device must be new and unopened.
  • Never use a device that already has a recovery phrase inside.

Step-by-Step Ledger.com/start Setup

Step 1: Go to the Official Website

  1. Open your browser.
  2. Type ledger.com/start.
  3. Select your Ledger device model.

Step 2: Download Ledger Live

  1. Download Ledger Live from the official page.
  2. Install it on your computer or mobile.
  3. Open the application.

Ledger Live is the official app used to manage your crypto and device.

Step 3: Connect Your Ledger Device

  1. Plug the device into your computer using USB
    (or Bluetooth for Nano X).
  2. Turn it on using the device button.
  3. Select “Set up as new device.”

Step 4: Create a PIN Code

  1. Choose a PIN (4–8 digits).
  2. Use the buttons to select numbers.
  3. Confirm the PIN.

Tip:

  • Avoid simple PINs like 1234.
  • Do not share your PIN.

Step 5: Write Down Your 24-Word Recovery Phrase

  1. The device will display 24 words.
  2. Write them down on the recovery sheet.
  3. Confirm the words on the device.

This is the most important step.

  • This phrase is the backup to your crypto.
  • Never share it.
  • Never store it digitally.

Step 6: Verify Device Authenticity

  1. Ledger Live will check if your device is genuine.
  2. Follow on-screen instructions.

Step 7: Add Crypto Accounts

  1. Open Ledger Live.
  2. Install crypto apps (Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc.).
  3. Add accounts to manage your assets.

After Setup: First Transaction

  1. Open Ledger Live.
  2. Select your crypto account.
  3. Click Receive to get your wallet address.
  4. Send a small test amount first.

Important Security Rules

  • Only use ledger.com/start for setup.
  • Never share your recovery phrase.
  • Ledger will never ask for your phrase.
  • Keep the phrase offline and safe.

Quick Setup Summary

  1. Go to ledger.com/start
  2. Install Ledger Live
  3. Connect device
  4. Create PIN
  5. Write 24-word recovery phrase
  6. Verify device
  7. Add accounts

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