Seamless Asset Management
Ledger Live is your all‑in‑one solution to **manage thousands of cryptocurrencies and tokens** with ease. With support for 5,500+ assets, including major coins like Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), Polkadot (DOT), and many altcoins — you can view balances, send & receive crypto, and keep portfolio data in one place. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Whether you’re new to crypto or a seasoned user, Ledger Live’s intuitive dashboards let you monitor asset performance, view transaction history, and keep track of your portfolio across devices. The hardware wallet integration ensures that even though you see everything in software, your private keys remain securely offline. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Earn Rewards by Staking
Want your crypto to work for you? Ledger Live allows you to stake a selection of supported coins such as ETH, SOL, ATOM, DOT, and more. Earn passive income while keeping your assets under your control. All staking occurs with your hardware wallet so your private keys are never exposed. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
The "Earn" section in Ledger Live provides clear information: staking rates, validator options, and reward tracking. You can compare different validators, choose trusted ones, and see your staking results over time. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Protect Your Assets with Industry‑Leading Security
Your security is non‑negotiable. Ledger Live paired with a Ledger hardware wallet ensures that **private keys never leave the device**. Each transaction — whether it’s sending, staking, swapping or interacting with DeFi — requires physical confirmation on the hardware. This protects you against phishing, malware, and browser exploits. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Always download Ledger Live from the official site to avoid fake versions. Never share your recovery phrase. Keeping firmware updated is essential. These safety steps are simple but crucial. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
🔄 Buy, Sell & Swap with Ease
Ledger Live integrates with trusted on‑ramp providers so you can buy crypto with fiat (bank transfer, card, etc.), sell directly and swap between tokens — all within the app. All operations still keep your keys protected by the hardware wallet. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
📉 Real‑Time Portfolio Tracking
View live balances, historical data, performance charts, and asset allocation breakdowns to help you make smarter decisions. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
🌐 Web3, NFTs & DeFi Integrations
Connect safely to your favorite Web3 apps using WalletConnect, manage NFTs on supported chains, explore dApps — all with transaction confirmations on your Ledger device. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
📊 Multiple Device Support & Cross‑Platform
Ledger Live works on Desktop (Windows, macOS, Linux) and Mobile (iOS, Android), and supports Ledger devices like Nano X, Nano S Plus, etc. The Nano X adds Bluetooth where available. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
🛡 Recovery & Backup Features
Your recovery phrase (12 or 24 words) generated during setup serves as your backup. Store it offline. Ledger also provides firmware updates and app version management to ensure your device stays secure. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
📅 Smooth Onboarding & Support
An intuitive setup wizard guides you through initialization: PIN, recovery phrase, connecting hardware. Full help and support are available via Ledger’s documentation and academy. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
How to Get Started
- Download Ledger Live from the official site to avoid tampered versions. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}
- Unbox your Ledger hardware device (Nano X, Nano S Plus, etc.), initialize it with a PIN and write down your recovery phrase. Keep it safe, offline.
- Connect your device to Ledger Live on your desktop or mobile, install necessary coin apps, and add accounts for the assets you own. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}
- Explore the features: stake assets, track portfolio, swap tokens, buy/sell via integrated providers. Always confirm actions on the hardware device.
- Regularly update firmware and Ledger Live software to get security patches and new asset support. Never share your recovery phrase.