What is Ledger Live?
Ledger Live is the official app from Ledger designed to work with Ledger hardware wallets. It lets you track your crypto portfolio, buy cryptocurrencies, and swap between tokens — all while keeping your private keys safely offline. This means you enjoy full ownership and top‑level security. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Available on desktop (Windows, macOS, Linux) and mobile (iOS, Android), Ledger Live puts everything you need in one place. Whether you're a beginner or experienced user, the interface is built to be intuitive yet powerful. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Track Your Crypto Portfolio in Real Time
See live values of your holdings, monitor price changes, and observe historical performance. Ledger Live consolidates all your accounts — Bitcoin, Ethereum, and hundreds more — into a single, clean dashboard. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Switch fiat units (USD, EUR, etc.), view data over time, and get an instant snapshot of how your assets are doing. No need to open multiple apps. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Buy Crypto Inside the App
Ledger Live integrates with multiple trusted partners (like MoonPay, Ramp) so you can buy crypto directly via debit card, bank transfer or other payment options. No need to use an external exchange first. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Compare quotes from different providers so you can choose the best rate before buying. Once purchased, your crypto lands directly in your Ledger‑secured account with no risk of exchange compromise. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
Swap Tokens Securely
Want to convert one crypto to another without withdrawing to an external platform? Ledger Live lets you safely swap via integrated providers, directly in the app. Your transaction is initiated from the device, signed offline, and fully transparent. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Ledger’s “Trusted Display” shows all transaction details (recipient, amount, fees) on your hardware device so you verify before signing. This reduces risk of address tampering, malware and fraud. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
🔐 Hardware‑Backed Security
Your private keys never leave the Ledger device. All transaction confirmations happen physically on the device. This provides cold‑storage grade protection. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
📦 Wide Asset Support
Manage hundreds of coins & tokens. Ledger Live supports managing 500+ coins directly, plus many more via integrated services. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
📊 Portfolio Analytics
Track asset allocation, performance over time, transaction history, all in one place. Ideal for seeing how your crypto investments progress. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
🌍 Web3 & DeFi Access
Connect safely to Web3 apps, explore DeFi, stake select blockchains, or manage NFTs — all using the Ledger as your secure signing device. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
⚡ Real‑Time Swap & Buy Rates
Compare buy/swap quotes across partners to get the best value. Transparent pricing and quick execution. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}
📱 Desktop & Mobile Friendly
Ledger Live available on desktop & mobile; device compatibility includes Ledger Nano S Plus, Nano X and more. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}
Always download Ledger Live from the official Ledger website. Never share your 24‑word recovery phrase. Ledger will never ask you for it. Verify all transaction details on your hardware device. These steps are critical to protect your funds. :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}
How To Get Started
- Visit the official site Ledger Live and download the app for your device. :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}
- Set up your Ledger hardware wallet (Nano S Plus, Nano X), initialize device, set PIN, record recovery phrase safely. :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}
- Open Ledger Live, add accounts for assets you hold or want to manage. :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}
- Use the Buy section to acquire crypto, or the Swap section to exchange between tokens. Confirm all transactions physically on your device. :contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}
- Track your portfolio, view analytics, and explore DeFi/NFTs via Ledger Live safely. :contentReference[oaicite:19]{index=19}