Ledger® Live Crypto™ Wallet App

The Ledger® Live Crypto™ Wallet App is the official companion software to Ledger’s industry-leading hardware wallets. It serves as an all-in-one platform where users can manage their digital assets securely, track their portfolio, buy and sell cryptocurrencies, and interact with decentralized applications—all while keeping private keys safely offline.

Designed for both desktop and mobile devices, the Ledger Live app offers a powerful yet user-friendly interface that connects directly to your Ledger Nano S Plus or Ledger Nano X. It ensures complete control over your assets without compromising security or privacy.

What is Ledger Live?

Ledger Live is a free, downloadable application developed by Ledger®, a global leader in crypto security solutions. It allows users to:

  • View and manage their cryptocurrency holdings.
  • Send and receive transactions.
  • Install blockchain apps.
  • Buy, sell, and swap coins.
  • Stake assets and earn rewards.
  • Interact with Web3 apps and manage NFTs.

It is available on:

  • Desktop: Windows, macOS, and Linux.
  • Mobile: iOS and Android.

The app is constantly updated to support more assets, improve user experience, and enhance security features.

Key Features

1. Portfolio Management

Ledger Live gives users a real-time view of their portfolio. You can track asset performance, view transaction history, and monitor overall growth or loss. The app supports thousands of cryptocurrencies and ERC-20 tokens.

2. Secure Transactions

All transactions made through Ledger Live must be physically confirmed on the connected Ledger device. This hardware-based security ensures that your private keys never leave your device or get exposed online.

3. Buy, Sell & Swap Crypto

Ledger Live integrates with third-party services (like MoonPay, Banxa, or Changelly) to let you buy, sell, or swap crypto without needing to leave the app. This makes it easy to convert between assets or purchase crypto with a debit or credit card.

4. Staking

Users can stake supported coins such as Ethereum, Solana, Tezos, Polkadot, and more to earn passive income. Ledger Live provides a straightforward interface to delegate your tokens and claim rewards directly within the app.

5. NFT Management

With support for Ethereum and Polygon, Ledger Live allows users to safely store, view, and send NFTs. You maintain full ownership, with your keys secured on your hardware device.

6. App Management

Use Ledger Live’s “My Ledger” section to install or remove blockchain-specific apps on your device, enabling support for new cryptocurrencies and functionalities.

7. Web3 Access

Through Ledger Live’s Discover section, users can access DeFi platforms, DEXs, and other Web3 services, connecting securely with their wallet.

How It Works

  1. Install Ledger Live from the official site: ledger.com/ledger-live.
  2. Connect your Ledger device (via USB or Bluetooth, depending on your model).
  3. Unlock your device using your PIN code.
  4. Add crypto accounts (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum).
  5. Manage, buy, stake, or swap your assets with full security.

Ledger Live uses end-to-end encryption and never stores your data or private keys. Every transaction must be confirmed on your device, preventing unauthorized access.

Security at the Core

Ledger Live, when used with a Ledger device, offers unmatched security:

  • Cold storage: Private keys remain offline.
  • PIN-protected device access.
  • 24-word recovery phrase backup.
  • Secure Element chip (CC EAL5+) in hardware wallets.
  • No cloud-based accounts or centralized login.

Even if your computer is compromised, your crypto remains protected as no transaction can be completed without your device's physical confirmation.

Final Thoughts

The Ledger® Live Crypto™ Wallet App is much more than a simple portfolio tracker—it’s a robust, secure, and versatile gateway to the world of cryptocurrency and Web3. By combining the convenience of a modern software interface with the security of a hardware wallet, Ledger Live gives users full control over their digital assets while reducing risk.

Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned investor, Ledger Live empowers you to safely explore the crypto ecosystem from one trusted, unified app.