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YOUR FIRST STEPS, MADE CLEAR

Your crypto.
Your keys.
Your call.

A straightforward, safety-first guide to setting up a Ledger hardware wallet. Take your time, follow the prompts on your device, and keep your recovery phrase private.

Walk through setup Visit the official Ledger setup page
Your recovery phrase belongs to you.
No legitimate support agent will ask you to share it.
SET UP AT YOUR OWN PACE
01 — 03
THE BASICS

Getting started,
step by step.

Choose your device to see a quick overview. For the exact steps for your model, always use Ledger’s official instructions.

SELECT YOUR DEVICE
Not sure which model you have?
Visit Ledger Support
YOUR SETUP CHECKLISTABOUT 15 MINUTES
Showing the usual setup flow for Ledger Nano. Your device screen is the source of truth.
  1. 01

    Get Ledger Wallet from Ledger

    Use only the official website or your device’s app store. Check the publisher before installing.

  2. 02

    Initialize your device yourself

    Follow the prompts shown on the hardware wallet. Set a PIN directly on the device.

  3. 03

    Write down your recovery phrase offline

    Keep it private and physically secure. Never type it into a website, app, or computer.

Open official Ledger setup instructions
KEEP THIS IN MIND

Anyone asking for your
recovery phrase is a scammer.

Your 24-word recovery phrase is the master key to your assets. Ledger will never ask you to enter it online or share it with support. Only enter your PIN on your physical device.

Learn more about recovery phrase safety
NEVER SHARE
YOUR SECRET
QUICK ANSWERS

Before you begin.

A few things worth knowing before you unbox your device.

01 / AUTHENTICITY

Where should I buy a device?

Purchase only through Ledger’s official store or authorized resellers. If you’re unsure, contact official Ledger Support.

Find authorized resellers
02 / RECOVERY

What if I already have a phrase?

Never enter an existing recovery phrase into a new device or website. If you need help, go directly to Ledger’s official support.

Contact Ledger Support
03 / DOWNLOAD

How do I know an app is real?

Start from ledger.com and follow its official download links. Avoid sponsored search results and links sent in messages.

Get Ledger Wallet