Ledger Live App® | Official Ledger Mobile & Desktop

A concise presentation format describing Ledger Live's core value, features and usage for mobile and desktop.

Overview

Ledger Live is the official companion application for Ledger hardware wallets, providing a unified interface to manage cryptocurrency assets securely across mobile and desktop. Designed with security-first principles and an approachable UX, the app enables sending, receiving, staking and portfolio tracking while interacting with the underlying Ledger device for private key protection.

Key Features

Portfolio overview — Real-time balances, value history and asset breakdown for an instant snapshot of holdings.
Secure transactions — All operations require confirmation on the Ledger hardware device so private keys never leave the device.
Multi-asset support — Broad support for major blockchains and tokens, plus integration with DeFi and staking where available.
Buy & swap integrations — Built-in partners to buy crypto with local payment methods and swap between supported assets without leaving the app.

Supported Platforms & Devices

Ledger Live is available as a desktop application for Windows, macOS and Linux, and as a mobile app for iOS and Android. It pairs with Ledger hardware wallets (for example, Ledger Nano S Plus and Ledger Nano X) to keep private keys offline while allowing the app to display balances and prepare transactions.

Security Model

Security is central to Ledger Live: private keys remain on the Ledger device, transactions are signed locally and only after user confirmation. The app performs checks and displays transaction details clearly so users can verify addresses, amounts, and fees before approving. Additional protections include firmware verification prompts, recovery phrase guidance, and encouragement to keep software updated.

Getting Started

To start using Ledger Live, download the official app from the Ledger website, initialize your Ledger hardware wallet following the device walkthrough, and install the apps for the blockchains you intend to use. Create a PIN and write down the recovery phrase—the only backup to your keys. Once paired, Ledger Live will populate accounts and balances.

Tip: Always download Ledger Live from the official site and verify downloads. Never share your recovery phrase with anyone.

Common Workflows

Receive funds: Create an account in Ledger Live, select Receive, verify address on your device, then share the address to the sender.
Send funds: Select Send, enter amount and recipient, review the transaction details both in-app and on device, then confirm on the hardware wallet.
Stake or DeFi: For supported assets, follow Ledger Live steps to delegate or connect to a partner dApp through recommended integrations, and confirm all actions on-device.

Best Practices

Keep Ledger Live and your device firmware up to date, maintain the recovery phrase offline, use a strong PIN, and avoid installing unofficial third-party software that requests your recovery phrase. For larger holdings consider additional physical security measures and redundant secure backups of recovery material.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use Ledger Live without a Ledger device? Ledger Live offers some read-only features but full transaction signing requires a Ledger hardware wallet.

Is Ledger Live open-source? Parts of the Ledger ecosystem are open-source; consult Ledger's official resources for repo links and developer documentation.