Experience the ultimate cryptocurrency management platform designed for desktop users. Ledger Live Desktop provides a secure, intuitive interface to manage your digital assets with confidence. Access advanced portfolio tracking, seamless transaction management, and institutional-grade security—all from your computer.
Follow our comprehensive onboarding guide to set up Ledger Live Desktop and start securing your cryptocurrency portfolio today.
Begin your journey by downloading Ledger Live Desktop from the official website. The installation process is streamlined and user-friendly, supporting Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems. Our installer automatically detects your system configuration and optimizes the setup for peak performance.
Securely connect your Ledger hardware wallet to your computer using the provided USB cable. The desktop application will automatically detect your device and establish a secure connection. Ensure your Ledger device is unlocked and ready to communicate with the application.
Configure your security preferences and create a strong PIN for additional protection. Enable two-factor authentication and set up backup recovery phrases. Ledger Live Desktop employs military-grade encryption to safeguard your private keys and transaction data at all times.
Access your complete cryptocurrency portfolio dashboard. Add accounts for multiple cryptocurrencies, track real-time market values, and execute transactions with confidence. The intuitive interface provides comprehensive insights into your holdings, transaction history, and portfolio performance metrics.
Everything you need to manage, secure, and grow your cryptocurrency portfolio with confidence.
Track all your cryptocurrency holdings in one unified dashboard with real-time price updates and comprehensive portfolio analytics.
Buy, sell, and swap cryptocurrencies directly within the application using integrated exchange services with competitive rates.
Industry-leading security protocols protect your assets with hardware wallet integration and multi-signature authentication.
Experience instant transaction processing and real-time balance updates with our optimized desktop architecture.
Manage thousands of cryptocurrencies and tokens across multiple blockchain networks from a single interface.
Your personal data and transaction history remain completely private with local storage and encrypted communications.
Get answers to common questions about Ledger Live Desktop and cryptocurrency management.
Yes, Ledger Live Desktop is completely free to download and use. There are no subscription fees or hidden costs. You only pay network transaction fees when sending cryptocurrency, which go to blockchain validators, not to Ledger.
Ledger Live Desktop supports over 5,500 cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and thousands of ERC-20 tokens. The platform regularly adds support for new digital assets, ensuring you can manage your entire portfolio from one application.
While Ledger Live Desktop offers the best experience when paired with a Ledger hardware wallet, you can also use it to track portfolios and access certain features without a physical device. However, hardware wallet integration is required for maximum security.
Ledger Live Desktop employs bank-grade security measures including end-to-end encryption, secure element chip integration, and multi-signature verification. Your private keys never leave your hardware wallet, ensuring your assets remain protected at all times.
Absolutely! You can install Ledger Live Desktop on multiple computers and access your accounts using the same Ledger hardware wallet. Your accounts are tied to your device, not the application, providing flexibility across your devices.
Ledger Live Desktop requires an internet connection for real-time price updates and transaction broadcasting. However, your private keys are stored offline on your Ledger hardware wallet, providing cold storage security even while managing assets through the desktop interface.
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