A clear guide to getting started
A new hardware wallet is a meaningful step toward managing your digital assets independently. Learn what to expect, prepare your workspace, and continue through Ledger’s official setup resources at your own pace.
Independent educational guide. Not an official Ledger website.
GETTING STARTED, MADE CLEAR
Setting up a wallet for the first time can feel like a lot of new terminology and unfamiliar prompts. Ledger.com/start is the official setup portal that guides users through the entire process of activating a Ledger hardware wallet. Use the official page to find instructions that match your device, then move through each on-screen step without rushing.
This page is an independent orientation guide; it is not operated by, affiliated with, or endorsed by Ledger. It does not activate a device, access accounts, or ask for wallet information. When you are ready to set up, use the verified Ledger link below rather than a search advertisement, message, or link from an unknown source.
THE ESSENTIALS
Take your time. Follow the current instructions shown by Ledger for your specific device and region.
Unbox your Ledger wallet and inspect it for anything unexpected. Connect it only as directed in the manufacturer’s instructions. Use a computer or phone you control, keep its operating system up to date, and avoid public or shared devices when handling account security.
Type ledger.com/start into your browser yourself, or use the official link on this page. Check the address carefully before proceeding. Ledger’s setup flow explains how to install its companion app, connect your device, and verify that you are following the correct process for your model.
If your device generates a recovery phrase, write it down exactly as instructed and store it offline in a private, physically secure place. It is a sensitive backup that may restore access to your wallet. Never photograph it, type it into a website, or share it with anyone—including someone claiming to be support.
Complete the device checks and any recovery-phrase confirmation using the wallet itself. Learn how to verify transaction details on its screen before approving anything. Begin with the official learning material, and understand that self-custody gives you more responsibility: losing access or exposing secret information can have serious consequences.
A SIMPLE SECURITY RULE
Ledger will never need you to reveal your recovery phrase to provide routine setup help. Anyone asking you to enter it into a website, send it in a message, or read it aloud is a serious warning sign. Stop, close the conversation, and independently navigate to Ledger’s official help center.
Be cautious of lookalike domains, unsolicited support calls, direct messages, fake browser extensions, and sponsored results. A padlock in the browser alone does not prove a site is genuine. Bookmark the verified manufacturer pages you use, and confirm the full web address each time.
Visit Ledger SupportBEFORE YOU BEGIN
Set aside a quiet moment to read carefully. There is no benefit to rushing wallet activation or skipping a verification prompt.
Set up away from people who should not see your screen or recovery phrase. Store your written backup somewhere secure and offline.
If something looks different from the instructions or you feel unsure, pause and consult Ledger’s official support and learning resources.
COMMON QUESTIONS
No. This is an independent educational page and is not affiliated with Ledger. For device activation, go directly to Ledger.com/start.
No. Keep it private. Do not enter it into a website or share it with anyone who contacts you. For help, visit the official Ledger Support site.
Ledger’s official Ledger Academy offers educational material. Learn at your own pace and verify any security guidance against current official resources.
READY WHEN YOU ARE
Continue to Ledger’s official setup portal for device-specific instructions. Check the domain before you enter any information, and remember: your recovery phrase stays with you.
Continue to Ledger.com/start www.ledger.com/start