Ledger puts private keys offline in a physical device so your crypto is protected from hacks and human error. Follow this short, friendly guide to pick your device, set it up, and store your recovery safely.
Private keys stay on your Ledger device — never on the internet.
Recover from your recovery phrase if a device is lost — not from passwords or emails.
Works with hundreds of apps and thousands of tokens.
Open your Ledger device and confirm the seal. Authentic devices come with a tamper-proof pack.
Power on and follow the on-device instructions to create a PIN and a recovery phrase.
Use Ledger Live or a compatible wallet to manage assets — transactions must be confirmed on your device.
Security is layered: secure element chip for key storage, on-device verification for every transaction, and a human-readable recovery phrase you keep offline. Here are the practical steps we recommend to stay safe.
Software wallets are convenient but expose private keys to the internet. A hardware wallet keeps your keys isolated and makes it virtually impossible for remote attackers to steal your funds without physical access to your device and recovery phrase.
Use your recovery phrase to restore on a new Ledger or compatible wallet. Your funds are tied to the phrase, not the device.
No. Ledger cannot access your keys or move your assets. Only someone with your PIN and recovery phrase can.
Write it down on the provided card, store it offline in a secure place, and consider a metal backup for long-term durability.