Ledger Live Desktop — Secure Crypto Management App

System Requirements

Operating System

• Windows 10 or later (64-bit)
• macOS 10.14 or later
• Ubuntu 20.04 or later

Storage & Memory

• 4 GB RAM minimum
• 200 MB free disk space
• USB port for device

Additional

• Internet connection
• Ledger hardware wallet
• Latest device firmware

Note: Ledger Live is optimized for 64-bit systems. Ensure your operating system is up to date for the best security and performance.

Download Ledger Live

Visit the Official Ledger Website

Navigate to the official Ledger download page:

https://www.ledger.com/ledger-live/download

Security Warning: Only download Ledger Live from the official Ledger website. Never download from third-party sources or links sent via email.

Select Your Operating System

Choose the appropriate version for your computer:

Screenshot: Ledger Live download page showing Windows, macOS, and Linux options

Windows: Download the .exe installer
macOS: Download the .dmg file
Linux: Download the .AppImage file

Save the Installer

Click the download button and save the file to your Downloads folder or preferred location.

Installation Instructions

Windows Installation

Run the Installer

Locate the downloaded .exe file and double-click to run it.

Screenshot: Windows installer welcome screen

Grant Administrator Permission

Click "Yes" when prompted by User Account Control.

Follow Installation Wizard

Click "Next" through the installation wizard. The default settings are recommended.

Complete Installation

Click "Finish" when installation completes.

Initial Setup

Welcome Screen

When you first launch Ledger Live, click "Get Started".

Screenshot: Ledger Live welcome screen

Choose Your Device

Select your Ledger device model (Nano X, Nano S Plus, Nano S, or Stax).

Connect Your Device

Connect your Ledger device via USB and enter your PIN.

Adding Cryptocurrency Accounts

Access Accounts Menu

Click "Accounts" in the sidebar, then click "+ Add account".

Select Cryptocurrency

Choose the cryptocurrency you want to add.

Install App on Device

Install the cryptocurrency app on your Ledger device.

Verify Your Download

Critical Security Step: Always verify the authenticity of your Ledger Live download to protect against malware and fake applications. This step is essential for your security.

Why Verify?

Verifying your download ensures that:

The file hasn't been tampered with
It comes from Ledger's official source
No malicious code has been injected
Your funds and data remain secure

Get the SHA256 Hash

Visit the official Ledger download page and find the SHA256 hash for your downloaded file version. Each release has a unique hash.

Screenshot: Ledger download page showing SHA256 checksums for each platform

Example SHA256 hash:

a1b2c3d4e5f6789012345678901234567890abcdef1234567890abcdef123456

Calculate Hash of Downloaded File

Use the following commands based on your operating system:

Windows (PowerShell):

Get-FileHash .\ledger-live-desktop-*.exe -Algorithm SHA256

macOS / Linux:

shasum -a 256 ledger-live-desktop-*

Screenshot: Terminal window showing hash calculation command and output

Compare the Hashes

Compare the hash from your calculation with the official hash from Ledger's website. They must match exactly.

✓ Hashes Match

Your download is authentic and safe to install.

✗ Hashes Don't Match

DO NOT INSTALL. Delete the file and download again.

Official Ledger Resources

For the most up-to-date information and support, always refer to official Ledger resources:

Official Ledger Live Homepage Ledger Support Center Ledger Academy (Educational Resources)

Stay Safe: Ledger will never ask for your 24-word recovery phrase. Never share it with anyone, including Ledger support. Be cautious of phishing attempts via email or social media.

This guide is for educational purposes. Always refer to official Ledger resources for the most current information.