01 PREPARE
Check your device
Inspect your device. Use a trusted internet connection and a phone or computer you control.
THE CLEAR-START GUIDE
Start with confidence.
Keep control.
New to Ledger? This simple guide shows what Ledger.com/start does, what to prepare, and how to keep your recovery phrase private.
Independent educational guide · Not affiliated with Ledger
LEDGER READY TO SET UP
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YOUR KEYS. YOUR CONTROL.✳
⌑ Private by design
✓ Verify every step
✳✳ YOUR FIRST STEPS, MADE CLEAR01 — 03
THE STARTING POINT
One trusted place
to begin.
Ledger.com/start is Ledger’s setup page for new hardware wallet owners. Find official software and instructions for your specific device.
A hardware wallet keeps private keys offline. Approve transactions on the device, and never share recovery details. Type Ledger’s address yourself.
START SLOW. CHECK TWICE.01 / THE BASICS
A SIMPLE WALKTHROUGH
Three calm steps
to get started.
Keep the box nearby and follow the instructions shown for your exact model. If anything feels unexpected, pause and check Ledger’s official help pages.
02 SET UP
Follow official instructions
Type ledger.com/start yourself. Follow the current software and setup steps for your device model.
03 SECURE
Protect your recovery phrase
Write it offline and keep it private. Never photograph it or enter it into a website.
A RULE WORTH REMEMBERING
Your recovery phrase
belongs to you alone.
Ledger support will never ask for your recovery phrase. Anyone who does may be trying to access your assets. Keep it private and offline.
QUICK ANSWERS
Good to know
before you begin.
Is Ledger.com/start an app?
It is a setup web page. Follow the current instructions for your hardware wallet model.
What should I never share?
Never share your recovery phrase or PIN, or enter your phrase online.
Where can I get reliable help?
Use Ledger’s official website and support. Avoid lookalike pages and unsolicited messages.
READY WHEN YOU ARE
Take the next step
from the source.
Check the address before continuing. This independent guide is informational, not financial advice or an official Ledger page.