Ledger Live Desktop ‑ Secure Crypto Management App
Your desktop-based hub to manage, track, and grow your crypto safely with your Ledger hardware wallet. For Windows, macOS & Linux.
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What is Ledger Live Desktop?
Ledger Live Desktop is the official application from Ledger that gives you full control over your digital assets from your computer. It works in concert with a Ledger hardware wallet (e.g., Ledger Nano S Plus, Nano X) so that your private keys stay offline. You can use it to manage your portfolio, stake, swap, track NFTs, receive, send crypto, and more. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Key Features & Capabilities
- Multi‑Asset & Multi‑Coin Support: Ledger Live Desktop supports thousands of coins and tokens across many blockchains—Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Cardano, ERC‑20 tokens, and more. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
- Private Keys Always Offline: All sensitive operations—sending, transaction signing—must be confirmed physically on your Ledger device. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
- Real‑Time Portfolio Overview: Dashboard with asset balances, live prices, historical performance and trends. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
- Staking & Rewards: Stake supported assets (Tezos, Solana, Ethereum, etc.) directly within the app to earn rewards. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
- Buy, Swap & Sell Crypto: Integrated with trusted partners to buy/sell and to swap between coins inside the app. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
- NFT Support: View, receive, send NFTs (Ethereum / Polygon etc.) securely through the desktop app. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
- App Manager: Install or remove blockchain‑specific apps on your Ledger hardware device through the Manager tab in Ledger Live Desktop. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
- Cross‑Platform Compatibility: Available on Windows, macOS, Linux. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
- No Password or Email Required: Ledger Live Desktop does not require you to create an account or enter email/password; authentication is by your device + PIN. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
How to Get Started with Ledger Live Desktop
- Download Safely: Go to Ledger’s official site — ledger.com/ledger‑live — and select the version for your operating system. Only download from the official site. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
- Install the App: Use the installer (.exe for Windows, .dmg for macOS, AppImage or Linux package for Linux). Follow on‑screen prompts. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
- Connect Your Ledger Device: Plug in your Ledger hardware wallet, unlock with your PIN, and confirm connection. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}
- Create or Restore Wallet: If new, initialize; if you already have a recovery phrase, restore your wallet. Always write down recovery phrase carefully. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}
- Install Apps & Add Accounts: In the Manager, install coin apps as needed; then add accounts to manage these coins. :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}
- Explore Features: Send and receive crypto; swap between supported tokens; stake assets; view NFTs; monitor portfolio. Confirm all sensitive actions on the hardware wallet. :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}
- Keep Software Up to Date: Update Ledger Live Desktop when new versions are released. Also update firmware of your device to maintain security. :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}
Security Best Practices
- Always verify that you downloaded Ledger Live from the official site:
ledger.com/ledger-live. Scam sites often mimic it. :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}
- Never enter your recovery seed phrase into your computer or any untrusted app. Only on the Ledger device itself. :contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}
- Use a strong PIN on your Ledger device. Manage your PIN carefully. :contentReference[oaicite:19]{index=19}
- Only confirm transactions (send, swap, etc.) after verifying addresses & details on the device screen. :contentReference[oaicite:20]{index=20}
- Keep your computer safe—use updated, trusted OS; avoid public networks; ensure your anti‑virus / anti‑malware is up to date. :contentReference[oaicite:21]{index=21}
- Regularly check for updates of Ledger Live Desktop and firmware to patch security vulnerabilities. :contentReference[oaicite:22]{index=22}
Supported Platforms & System Requirements
- Windows: Windows 10 or newer
- macOS: Latest stable versions (10.14+ or as specified) :contentReference[oaicite:23]{index=23}
- Linux: Major distributions with support for AppImage or package formats :contentReference[oaicite:24]{index=24}
- Hardware Wallet: Ledger Nano X, Nano S Plus, Nano S, or compatible Ledger device :contentReference[oaicite:25]{index=25}
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