Ledger.com/Start — Secure Setup & First Steps

A concise, formal step-by-step onboarding guide to securely set up and begin using your Ledger hardware wallet.

Why Begin at Ledger.com/Start

Ledger.com/Start provides authoritative instructions to initialize your Ledger device, configure security settings, and register accounts. The guide emphasizes offline seed protection, firmware verification, and trusted software pairing to reduce exposure to phishing and theft.

Quick Setup Steps

Unbox and confirm the device packaging and authenticity sticker.
Power on the device and follow the on-screen prompts to create a new wallet or restore an existing one.
Write down the recovery phrase exactly as shown and store it securely offline—never digitally.
Install Ledger Live on your computer or mobile device and verify the application signature.
Add accounts within Ledger Live and transfer assets for secure custody.

Security Best Practices

Never share your recovery phrase; Ledger support will never ask for it.
Keep firmware and Ledger Live updated; validate updates on the device screen.
Store recovery material in a fire-proof, offline location and consider a split backup for redundancy.

Important: If you suspect compromise, immediately move assets to a new wallet with a freshly generated recovery phrase.

Need Assistance

For additional troubleshooting, visit the official support center at Ledger.com or consult the help articles linked from the Start page. Customer support and community documentation can guide firmware, recovery, and account migration issues.