Presenting a concise overview, core features, security highlights, and official resources for Ledger Live.
Ledger Live is the official desktop and mobile companion app for Ledger hardware wallets. It gives users a single interface to view balances, send/receive coins, add accounts, and access supported decentralized apps — while keeping private keys offline on a Ledger device.
The app is designed to run locally on your computer or phone (no email/password sign-in required). Pair your Ledger device to manage accounts, confirm transactions on-device, and track your portfolio from one place.
Reliability, unified account management, and an emphasis on keeping secrets off the internet are central. Ledger Live acts as a secure UI while cryptographic secrets remain isolated on the Ledger hardware.
Never share your seed phrase with anyone; Ledger Live will never ask for it.
Consolidate many blockchains and tokens into one portfolio view. Add or remove accounts for supported assets, check transaction histories, and inspect balances in fiat or crypto units.
Create, review, and confirm transactions — the final signature always happens physically on the Ledger device so private keys never leave the secure element.
Manage the apps installed on your Ledger device (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum) through Ledger Live and keep both the app and device firmware up to date for security and compatibility.
Ledger’s architecture separates the user interface (Ledger Live) from key custody (the hardware device). Critical cryptographic operations are performed in the secure element on-device and confirmed by you locally.
Ledger publishes technical documents (including white papers and security notes) that explain device-level protections and product design. Ledger also provides guidance on safe download sources and anti-phishing best practices.
Always download Ledger Live only from the official Ledger website or official app stores. After installation, follow onboarding to pair your physical Ledger device, create or restore an account, and verify firmware authenticity.