Setting up your device through Ledger.com/Start is straightforward and designed for both beginners and advanced users. Below is the complete setup process.
Begin by visiting the official startup page using your browser. The page guides you toward downloading Ledger Live, which is essential to operate your hardware wallet.
Ledger Live is a powerful crypto management application that enables you to store, buy, sell, swap, stake, and monitor your assets. It is available for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android devices.
Once the download is complete, install the application following your system’s instructions.
After installing Ledger Live:
Connect your Ledger Nano S Plus or Nano X using the provided USB cable.
Select “Set up a new device” if using the wallet for the first time.
Follow instructions on the wallet screen to begin the initialization.
During this step, you’ll choose and confirm your device PIN. Ensure you select a unique and strong PIN that is difficult for others to guess.
The hardware wallet will generate a 24-word recovery phrase, which is the only backup of your private keys. Ledger does not store this phrase, and no one can restore your crypto if it’s lost.
For maximum safety:
Write down the phrase on the provided recovery sheet.
Never take photos or store it digitally.
Never share your recovery phrase with anyone.
This phrase allows you to recover your crypto even if the device is lost or damaged, making it the most essential part of your wallet’s security.
Once you have written down the phrase, your Ledger device will ask you to confirm the words in the correct order. This ensures that you have written everything accurately.
Completing this confirmation finalizes the creation of your hardware wallet.