What is Ledger.com/start?
In the rapidly evolving landscape of digital finance, the security of your assets is paramount.Ledger.com/start serves as the critical entry point for millions of cryptocurrency investors worldwide. It is the official onboarding portal designed to guide users through the initialization of their Ledger hardware wallets, such as the Nano S Plus, Nano X, and the new Ledger Stax.
By navigating to this secure destination, you ensure that you are downloading the authenticLedger Live application—the companion software that allows you to manage your portfolio while your private keys remain offline. Avoiding phishing sites and ensuring you are on the correct start page is the first and most important step in your self-custody journey.
Getting Started: A Step-by-Step Guide
Initializing your device is a straightforward process designed with security at its core. Follow these essential steps to activate your fortress of digital solitude.
1. Setting Up Your Device
Connect your Ledger device to your computer using the provided USB cable. Navigate to Ledger.com/start to download the Ledger Live application. The software will verify the integrity of your device to ensure it hasn't been tampered with.
2. Creating Your Wallet
Follow the on-screen instructions to set up a PIN code. This code is your first line of defense. You will then generate your 24-word recovery phrase. This phrase is the master key to your assets—write it down on the recovery sheet provided and never share it digitally.
3. Securing Your Assets
Once initialized, use Ledger Live to install apps for your specific cryptocurrencies (Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc.). Your private keys are generated and stored within the device's Secure Element chip, completely isolated from your computer and the internet.
Advanced Security Features
The Power of Cold Storage
The primary benefit of using a hardware wallet initialized via Ledger.com/start is cold storage. Unlike software wallets (hot wallets) that live on internet-connected devices, your Ledger keeps your keys offline. This makes them immune to remote hacks, malware, and keyloggers that might infect your computer.
Why Security Matters
With the rise of sophisticated cyber threats, relying on exchange custody is risky. "Not your keys, not your coins" is the golden rule of crypto. By taking control of your own security, you become your own bank. The combination of a PIN code, a physical device confirmation for transactions, and a backup recovery phrase provides an institutional-grade security setup accessible to everyone.
- CC EAL5+ Certified Secure Element
- BOLOS Proprietary Operating System
- Genuine Check Verification
- PIN Code Protection
Ready to Secure Your Assets?
Don't leave your digital wealth to chance. Join millions of users who trust Ledger for their crypto security. Start your journey today.
Go to Ledger.com/start