Setting up your Ledger hardware wallet is a crucial step in securing your cryptocurrency assets. Ledger offers two primary hardware wallet models—Ledger Nano S Plus and Ledger Nano X. Follow this guide to properly set up your device through ledger.com/start.
Open your browser and go to https://www.ledger.com/start. This is the official starting point for setting up any Ledger hardware wallet. Here, you can choose your device model (Nano S Plus or Nano X) and follow specific instructions for it.
Click on your device and you'll be prompted to download the Ledger Live application, which is essential for managing your assets and installing apps on your device.
Ledger Live is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, as well as iOS and Android (for the Ledger Nano X). Once downloaded, install the app and launch it. Choose "Get Started" and then select your device.
You'll be given options to either set up a new device or restore an existing one using a recovery phrase. For new users, select “Set up as new device.”
Connect your Ledger device to your computer using the USB cable provided. The device will power on and ask you to choose a PIN code. Use the physical buttons on the device to set this up. This PIN code protects your wallet from unauthorized access.
After setting your PIN, the device will display 24 recovery words, one at a time. Write these words down in the exact order using the recovery sheet provided in the box. Do not take a photo or store this digitally.
Your recovery phrase is the only way to recover your funds if your device is lost or damaged. Keep it offline and secure.
Next, the device will ask you to verify your recovery phrase by selecting the correct words in the right order. This ensures you’ve recorded it accurately. Once verified, your device setup is complete.
Return to the Ledger Live app. You’ll now see the dashboard, from where you can:
Ledger Live acts as a bridge between your hardware wallet and the blockchain, while the private keys stay securely on your device.
Ledger Live may offer additional options such as enabling passphrase support, activating password locks for the app, and turning on genuine device checks to ensure the authenticity of your device.
By following the Ledger.com/start setup process carefully, you ensure maximum protection for your digital assets. With Ledger, your private keys never leave your device, giving you full control over your crypto.
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