Manage, track, and secure all your crypto assets safely with the Ledger Live Desktop application.
Ledger Live Desktop is a secure, user-friendly application that allows you to manage your cryptocurrency portfolio from your computer. It connects directly to your Ledger hardware wallet, keeping private keys offline while enabling seamless asset management, portfolio tracking, and secure transactions.
Ledger Live Desktop provides a centralized dashboard for all your crypto accounts, supporting thousands of assets including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, and ERC-20 tokens. The software ensures your transactions are verified by your Ledger hardware device, maintaining the highest standards of security while offering intuitive usability.
Whether you are a beginner exploring cryptocurrency for the first time or an advanced trader managing multiple wallets, Ledger Live Desktop gives you full control without compromising security.
Ledger Live Desktop supports thousands of cryptocurrencies, allowing you to track, send, and receive all your assets in one secure application.
The dashboard provides a clear snapshot of your crypto holdings, showing balances, market values, and performance charts for each asset in real time.
Every transaction is confirmed using your Ledger hardware wallet, ensuring that your private keys never leave the device and your funds remain safe from online threats.
Ledger Live Desktop allows you to install, update, and uninstall apps for specific cryptocurrencies directly on your Ledger device, simplifying wallet management and keeping your system up to date.
Ledger Live Desktop supports staking for various cryptocurrencies, enabling you to earn rewards securely while keeping your private keys offline.
The desktop app can interact with decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms and NFT marketplaces, letting you engage with the blockchain ecosystem safely through your Ledger device.
Visit the official Ledger website and download the Ledger Live Desktop application compatible with your operating system: Windows, macOS, or Linux.
Run the downloaded installer and follow the on-screen instructions. The installation process is straightforward and typically takes only a few minutes.
Plug your Ledger hardware wallet into your computer via USB. Ledger Live Desktop will automatically detect the device and guide you through setup and authentication.
Set up your PIN and recovery phrase directly on your Ledger device. Never share your recovery phrase with anyone, and store it securely offline.
Once setup is complete, you can install cryptocurrency apps, add accounts, send and receive funds, and monitor your portfolio from the Ledger Live Desktop interface.
Your private keys remain stored on your Ledger hardware wallet. Ledger Live Desktop never exposes your keys to the internet, protecting your assets from online attacks.
Access to your device is secured with a PIN. You can also set an optional passphrase for an additional layer of security, ensuring that even if your device is lost or stolen, unauthorized access is impossible.
Ledger devices provide a recovery phrase that allows you to restore your wallet if the hardware is lost or damaged. Keep this phrase offline and safe from unauthorized access.
All outgoing transactions must be confirmed on your Ledger device, preventing malware or phishing attempts from executing unauthorized transfers.
Ledger Live Desktop regularly releases updates to enhance security, add new features, and ensure compatibility with new cryptocurrencies. Keeping your software up-to-date is essential for maintaining the highest level of protection.
Yes. Ledger Live Desktop combines strong security with a user-friendly interface, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced crypto users.
Yes. Ledger Live Desktop can be installed on multiple computers. Your private keys always remain on your Ledger hardware wallet, so you can safely access your funds from different devices.
You can recover your wallet on a new device using your recovery phrase. Your crypto assets remain secure and accessible as long as the recovery phrase is intact.
Yes, the desktop app supports staking for multiple cryptocurrencies, allowing you to earn rewards while keeping your assets secure.
Ledger Live Desktop supports thousands of cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple, Litecoin, and ERC-20 tokens. The supported list is continuously updated as new coins are added.