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Check your package
Make sure the packaging is intact and the contents match what you ordered. Only buy from Ledger or an authorized reseller.
Check official guidance ↗ YOUR FIRST STEPS, MADE SIMPLE
Your crypto.
Your keys.
Your move.
A calm, clear guide to getting started with your Ledger device — from first connection to your first secure transaction.
Your recovery phrase belongs to you. Never share it with anyone.
OWN YOUR KEYS
OFFLINE BY DESIGN
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⌑READY
WHEN YOU ARE
WHEN YOU ARE
Private by designYour keys stay with you
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LEDGER SETUP GUIDESCROLL TO BEGIN
START HERE
Four steps to
feeling at home.
Follow along at your own pace. Your checklist stays on this device, so you can pick up where you left off.
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Install Ledger Wallet
Download Ledger’s companion app directly from its official website. Avoid links from ads, DMs, or unknown sources.
Go to Ledger.com ↗03
Set up your device
Connect your device, follow its on-screen instructions, and create a PIN only on the device itself.
Find your setup guide ↗04
Secure your recovery phrase
Write it down and store it offline in a private place. Never photograph it or enter it into a website, app, or chat.
Read safety essentials ↗Important: This guide is independent and is not operated by or affiliated with Ledger. Use Ledger’s official documentation for current device-specific instructions.
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THE GOLDEN RULEKEEP IT PRIVATE
SECURITY, SIMPLIFIED
One phrase.
Never shared.
Your 24-word recovery phrase is the master key to your assets. Anyone who gets it can access them.
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Write it down offline
Keep the phrase on paper or a suitable metal backup, away from cameras and connected devices.
02
Enter it only on your device
No legitimate support agent will ask you to type it into a website, app, or message.
03
Pause when something feels urgent
Ignore unexpected messages, fake support accounts, and links demanding immediate action.
A FEW QUICK ANSWERS
Good to
know.
Still unsure about a step? Check Ledger’s official support site for product-specific help.
Visit Ledger Support ↗Does Ledger support ever need my recovery phrase?
No. Never share your 24-word recovery phrase with anyone, including a person claiming to be Ledger Support. Do not type it into a computer, phone, website, or app.
Where should I download Ledger Wallet?
Start at Ledger.com and follow the download links provided there. Be cautious of search ads, unsolicited messages, and lookalike domains.
What if my device or phrase seems compromised?
Stop using any suspicious link or software. Visit Ledger’s official support website by typing its address yourself, and follow their current security guidance. Never disclose your recovery phrase while seeking help.
Is this the official Ledger website?
No. This is an independent educational setup guide and is not affiliated with Ledger. The official Ledger website is ledger.com.
YOU’VE GOT THIS
Take your time.
Stay in control.
Good security starts with a few careful habits. Keep your phrase private, verify every source, and use official Ledger resources for the latest instructions.
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