The Ledger Live Desktop app brings your Ledger hardware wallet to your computer, combining ease of use with enterprise-grade security for cryptocurrencies.
Ledger Live Desktop is the official companion application for Ledger hardware wallets, designed for Windows, macOS, and Linux. It allows users to monitor their portfolios, send and receive assets, stake supported cryptocurrencies, and manage multiple accounts—all while keeping private keys offline and secure.
The app provides a central hub for managing cryptocurrency safely, replacing the need for multiple wallets or exchange accounts. By using Ledger Live Desktop, you get real-time portfolio insights, secure transaction management, and access to over 5,500 supported assets.
View all your digital assets, including total balance, gains/losses, and allocation per cryptocurrency.
Perform secure transactions with on-device approval, ensuring private keys remain protected.
Swap supported cryptocurrencies directly inside the app without exposing private keys.
Stake eligible cryptocurrencies and earn rewards securely, all while your keys remain on the device.
Create and manage multiple accounts for different coins or strategies, all under one Ledger device.
Safely update Ledger device firmware directly through Ledger Live Desktop, maintaining full device security.
Download Ledger Live Desktop from the official Ledger website. Run the installer on your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux).
Plug in your Ledger hardware wallet using the provided USB cable. Ensure the device screen is active and unlocked.
Choose to set up as a new device or restore from a recovery phrase. Set your PIN on the device and write down your 24-word recovery phrase securely.
Inside Ledger Live Desktop, install apps for the cryptocurrencies you want to manage. Each app allows the device to securely interact with that blockchain.
Add multiple accounts for each supported cryptocurrency and organize funds effectively.
Generate secure deposit addresses for each account. Verify the address directly on your device.
Track balance changes, asset distribution, and transaction history across all accounts.
Select the account and enter recipient address. Confirm details on-device before signing the transaction.
Generate a receive address from Ledger Live Desktop and verify it on the hardware device to prevent attacks.
Ledger Live Desktop keeps detailed transaction logs for each account, ensuring transparency and tracking.
Yes, it is free. You only need a Ledger hardware wallet to manage funds securely.
Yes, Ledger Live Desktop supports over 5,500 cryptocurrencies and tokens.
Yes, the hardware wallet ensures private keys remain secure. Always ensure your computer is malware-free for extra safety.
Yes, using your 24-word recovery phrase on a new Ledger device.