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A connected view
Bring supported accounts into one desktop interface and make portfolio activity easier to review.
↗THE DESKTOP FIELD GUIDE 2026
Your assets.
Your own
terms.
A thoughtful starting point for Ledger Live Desktop—connect your hardware wallet, understand your portfolio, and make every move with care.
Get oriented01 / A PRACTICAL PRIMERDESIGNED FOR CLARITY
SELF-CUSTODY
STARTS WITH YOU
STARTS WITH YOU
ledger live
TOTAL PORTFOLIO VALUE
$24,680.52
↗ 3.82% past 24 hours
Bitcoin BTC$16,420.00+4.2%
Ethereum ETH$8,260.52+2.1%
✳ A CALMER WAY TO
SEE THE BIG PICTURE
SEE THE BIG PICTURE
OWN
YOUR
KEYS
YOUR
KEYS
KEEP CONTROL✳VERIFY EVERY MOVE✳KNOW YOUR SETUP✳KEEP CONTROL✳VERIFY EVERY MOVE
01THE BIG PICTURE
One desktop.
A clearer view.
Ledger Live Desktop is a companion interface for managing supported digital assets alongside a Ledger hardware wallet.
Think of it as a window into your portfolio—not a replacement for the device that keeps your private keys offline. Review balances, explore supported accounts, and follow a considered process when you interact with your assets.
Start with the essentials ↗02STARTING UP YOUR DEVICE
A little care
goes a long way.
A good setup is less about rushing through steps and more about knowing what to verify at each one.
Get the right app
Use Ledger’s official website to find the current Ledger Live Desktop download. Check the address carefully and avoid links from unsolicited messages.
Connect your device
Use a trusted cable and follow the prompts in the app. Keep your device firmware and desktop software current through official channels.
Review before you approve
Confirm recipient, network, and amount on your hardware device itself. If anything looks unfamiliar, pause and investigate.
✳ Your recovery phrase is for recovery only. Never share it, enter it into a desktop app, or give it to anyone claiming to offer support.
PAUSE
CHECK
CONFIRM
CHECK
CONFIRM
SECURITY IS A PRACTICE,
NOT A SINGLE SETTING.
03THE DESKTOP FIELD GUIDE
Ledger Live Desktop:
a considered start
Good digital asset management starts with understanding what your tools do—and what they don’t.
Ledger Live Desktop gives you a place to view supported crypto accounts and work with your Ledger hardware wallet. Rather than holding your private keys on your computer, the hardware device is designed to keep them offline. The desktop app helps you review balances, explore activity, and prepare transactions; your device remains the place to verify and approve them.
Begin by downloading Ledger Live only from Ledger’s official website. Check the address yourself, install updates through trusted channels, and connect your device using a cable you trust. Once connected, take time to understand the account and network shown on screen before making changes. Supported assets and features can vary, so consult current official guidance when something is unclear.
When sending crypto, slow down. Carefully compare the recipient address, network, and amount, then verify those details on your hardware device—not only on your computer display. A transaction sent to the wrong address or network may be impossible to reverse. If a request feels urgent or unexpected, pause and independently confirm it.
Your recovery phrase deserves even more care: write it down and keep it private and secure. Never type it into a desktop app, share it with support, or enter it in response to a message or pop-up. No legitimate helper needs it. Treat portfolio values as useful context rather than guarantees, keep privacy in mind when sharing screenshots, and make decisions at your own pace. Responsible ownership means staying curious, checking details, and knowing when to stop.
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