Ledger Start introduces you to the redesigned Ledger Wallet application, previously known as Ledger Live. The new Ledger Wallet app provides an improved interface, greater clarity in setup instructions, and enhanced automation to walk you through everything needed to initialize your Ledger device.
Whether you're using a Ledger Nano S Plus, a Nano X, or another Ledger hardware device, Ledger Start ensures you follow a secure onboarding workflow. From device initialization to firmware verification and portfolio setup, each step is engineered to create a safe, structured environment for managing digital assets.
Upon launching Ledger Wallet for the first time, you are guided through a clear and concise onboarding flow. This process includes verifying the authenticity of your hardware device, confirming its packaging integrity, and ensuring that no third party has interfered with the device prior to use. The Ledger Start onboarding wizard delivers each instruction with maximum simplicity while maintaining top-tier security.
The application interface is designed to streamline the setup experience. You will be prompted to either initialize a new device or restore an existing wallet. Both paths are supported by the Ledger Start guide, making it easy for beginners and experienced users to configure their wallet securely.
The hardware initialization process involves a sequence of actions that form the core of your wallet's security. Ledger Start will walk you through:
Because your private keys never leave the device, the entire cryptographic foundation of your wallet remains securely isolated from internet-connected environments. Ledger Start emphasizes responsible setup, ensuring users understand the role of each security measure.
Your recovery phrase is the master key to your wallet. Ledger Start stresses that it must always be written down and stored offline in a secure location. Digital storage methods—such as taking photos, saving text files, or uploading it to cloud storage—are strongly discouraged.
The recovery phrase gives complete access to your crypto holdings. Should your device malfunction, be misplaced, or physically damaged, the phrase allows you to restore your wallet. Without it, recovery becomes impossible. Ledger Start ensures users fully understand the critical importance of keeping their phrase protected and private.
After the core setup is complete, you will begin adding accounts and activating apps for the cryptocurrencies you want to manage. The Ledger Wallet application supports a wide variety of digital assets, and each asset requires installing its corresponding app on your Ledger hardware device. This ensures the correct security protocols are applied to every transaction.
Ledger Start helps you understand how to navigate the interface, check balances, initiate transfers, verify on-screen prompts, and manage staking or other blockchain features. This multi-layer security model ensures all transactions require hardware confirmation, preventing remote compromise.
During setup, you might encounter issues related to USB connectivity, outdated firmware, or incorrect PIN attempts. Ledger Start includes guidance for resolving these challenges swiftly. Keeping your system drivers updated and ensuring your computer environment is secure helps prevent most onboarding problems.
If needed, you can reset the Ledger Wallet application, reinstall device apps, or reinitialize the device. These troubleshooting workflows are designed to help users regain control without relying on external assistance or unverified solutions.