Ledger.com/start: Your First Step Toward Crypto Security

Just received your Ledger device? Congratulations—you’ve taken the most important step in protecting your digital assets. Now, it’s time to set it up the right way.

Visit Ledger.com/start to begin the official setup process for your Ledger Nano S Plus or Nano X. This page is your secure guide to activating your hardware wallet and gaining full control over your cryptocurrency.

Why Start at Ledger.com/start?

Your Ledger hardware wallet is only as secure as the way you set it up. Ledger.com/start ensures:

  • Official instructions directly from Ledger
  • Protection from fake websites and phishing attempts
  • The latest firmware and security updates
  • A step-by-step guide tailored to your device

If you bought a Ledger device from an authorized retailer or the Ledger store, this is the only trusted place to begin.

What You’ll Do at Ledger.com/start

Here’s what to expect when you visit the setup page:

1. Select Your Device

Choose between Ledger Nano S Plus or Ledger Nano X to begin personalized setup instructions.

2. Download Ledger Live

You’ll be prompted to download Ledger Live, the official app that helps you manage your crypto securely on desktop or mobile.

Ledger Live is your all-in-one dashboard to:

  • Add and manage over 5,500 cryptocurrencies
  • Buy, sell, and swap coins
  • Stake crypto and earn rewards
  • View and manage NFTs
  • Install crypto apps onto your device

3. Initialize Your Device

You’ll learn how to:

  • Set up a secure PIN code
  • Generate your 24-word recovery phrase
  • Write down your phrase on the provided recovery sheet
  • Confirm your phrase on the device to complete setup

This recovery phrase is your master key. Keep it safe, offline, and never share it.

4. Verify Device Authenticity

Ledger Live helps verify that your Ledger device is genuine and hasn’t been tampered with. This step ensures your wallet is secure from the start.

5. Add Crypto Accounts

Once your wallet is set up and connected to Ledger Live, you can add accounts for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and thousands of other tokens. From here, you're ready to receive and manage your crypto.

Why Ledger?

Ledger is trusted by over 6 million users worldwide because of its industry-leading combination of:

  • Offline private key storage (cold wallet security)
  • Intuitive interface via Ledger Live
  • Support for thousands of coins and tokens
  • Built-in staking, swapping, and portfolio tracking

With Ledger, your keys—and your crypto—are truly yours.

Get Started Today

Ready to protect your crypto the smart way?

Visit Ledger.com/start and follow the official setup process. It only takes a few minutes, but it gives you peace of mind that lasts a lifetime.