Ledger® Live® — Official App for Managing Your Ledger Wallet

Ledger® Live® is the official application designed to help users securely manage their cryptocurrency with a Ledger hardware wallet. Whether you use a Ledger Nano S Plus or Ledger Nano X, Ledger Live acts as the control center for your digital assets, allowing you to buy, sell, stake, send, receive, and monitor crypto — all while your private keys remain safely offline inside your device.

In the world of crypto, security and convenience often feel like opposites. Ledger Live bridges that gap by combining the strong protection of hardware storage with a smooth, user-friendly interface.

🔐 Built Around Security First

Ledger Live works hand-in-hand with your Ledger hardware wallet. Unlike software wallets that store private keys on internet-connected devices, Ledger hardware wallets keep keys in a Secure Element chip, isolated from malware and online threats.

Ledger Live never exposes your private keys. Every transaction must be physically confirmed on your Ledger device, meaning even if your computer is compromised, your crypto stays protected.

Key security benefits include:

  • Offline private key storage
  • On-device transaction verification
  • Genuine device check during setup
  • Secure firmware updates
  • Phishing protection through official software

💼 Manage Multiple Cryptocurrencies in One Place

Ledger Live supports thousands of cryptocurrencies and tokens, including major assets like:

  • Bitcoin (BTC)
  • Ethereum (ETH)
  • USDT, USDC, and other stablecoins
  • Solana (SOL)
  • Cardano (ADA)
  • Polygon (MATIC)

Users can install blockchain apps on their Ledger device and manage multiple accounts through one clean dashboard. You can easily view balances, track portfolio performance, and review transaction history in real time.

💸 Send and Receive Crypto Safely

Ledger Live makes transactions simple while maintaining strict security. When receiving crypto, users generate an address and verify it directly on their Ledger device screen. This prevents malware from swapping addresses in the background.

When sending funds:

  1. Enter transaction details in Ledger Live
  2. Review them on your hardware wallet
  3. Physically confirm with device buttons

This extra step ensures you are always in full control.

📈 Buy, Sell, and Swap

Ledger Live integrates third-party services that allow users to:

  • Buy crypto with card or bank transfer
  • Sell crypto for fiat (in supported regions)
  • Swap one asset for another

These services operate within the Ledger Live interface, giving convenience without sacrificing hardware-level security.

🪙 Earn Rewards Through Staking

Ledger Live also supports staking for select cryptocurrencies. Staking allows users to earn passive rewards while still keeping control of their private keys. Supported assets may include Ethereum, Tezos, Polkadot, Solana, and others depending on availability.

🔄 Updates and Device Management

Ledger Live is also where you:

  • Update your device firmware
  • Install or remove blockchain apps
  • Check device authenticity
  • Manage multiple Ledger devices

Regular updates help improve performance, expand coin support, and strengthen security protections.

⚠️ Only Use the Official App

For safety, always download Ledger Live from the official Ledger website. Fake apps and phishing sites are common in crypto. Ledger will never ask for your 24-word recovery phrase — inside or outside the app.

✅ The Bottom Line

Ledger Live is more than a wallet interface — it’s a secure operating hub for your crypto life. By combining hardware-level protection with powerful portfolio tools, it allows users to confidently manage digital assets while staying protected against online threats.