Ledger Live® Desktop is the premier desktop application designed to work seamlessly with your Ledger® hardware wallet. It serves as the central command center for managing your cryptocurrency portfolio, providing an intuitive interface combined with enterprise-grade security.
Real-time overview of your entire crypto portfolio with detailed analytics, price charts, and performance tracking across all your assets.
Send and receive over 1,800 cryptocurrencies with military-grade security. Every transaction requires physical verification on your hardware wallet.
Swap cryptocurrencies directly within the app through integrated partners like Coinify and Changelly without compromising security.
Earn rewards by staking supported cryptocurrencies directly through the application while maintaining full control of your assets.
Connect to decentralized applications and protocols while keeping your assets secure through your Ledger® hardware wallet.
View and manage your NFT collections across multiple blockchains with integrated gallery support and detailed metadata.
Visit the official Ledger Live download page and select the version for your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux).
Run the installer and follow the setup wizard. For detailed guidance, refer to Ledger.com/start.
Connect your Ledger® hardware wallet and follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device or restore from recovery phrase.
Use the Manager within Ledger Live® to install applications for the cryptocurrencies you want to manage.
Create accounts for each cryptocurrency and start managing your portfolio securely.
Ledger Live® Desktop offers full functionality including built-in exchange services, comprehensive DeFi access, advanced staking features, and complete NFT management. The mobile app focuses on portfolio tracking and basic operations for on-the-go access.
While you can install and launch the application, full functionality requires a connected Ledger® hardware wallet. You can view market data and explore features, but transactions and asset management require hardware verification for security.
Ledger Live® doesn't use vulnerable username/password combinations. Instead, you authenticate by physically connecting your hardware wallet and verifying actions directly on the device. This ensures private keys never leave your hardware wallet.
Yes, both applications sync your account information and portfolio data. However, certain advanced features like exchange services and comprehensive DeFi access are primarily available on the desktop version.
Regular updates are crucial for security and access to new features. The application notifies you when updates are available. Always download updates from the official Ledger.com website.
Yes, you can install the application on multiple computers. Your accounts are derived from your hardware wallet, so you can securely access your portfolio from any computer with the software installed and your device connected.