🔐Ledger.com/Start – Your Official Guide to Secure Crypto Setup 🚀

Welcome to Ledger.com/Start, the official setup portal created by Ledger SAS. Whether you're brand new to crypto or upgrading your security setup, this is your trusted first step to safely configure your Ledger hardware wallet like the Nano S Plus™, Nano X™, Flex™, or Stax™.

Here’s everything you need to get started, stay secure, and confidently manage your crypto journey.

📍 What Is Ledger.com/Start?

Ledger.com/Start is the verified and secure onboarding platform for initializing a Ledger device. From unboxing to transactions—and everything in between—you’ll find:

By only using this official portal, you avoid fraud, counterfeit services, and phishing risks.

🧾 What You’ll Need Before You Begin

✔️ A sealed Ledger device (Nano, Flex, or Stax)
 ✔️ A computer or mobile device with internet access
 ✔️ USB cable or Bluetooth (if using Nano X with mobile)
 ✔️ Recovery phrase card and pen (included in the box)
 ✔️ A secure, private space to write down your 24‑word phrase
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🪐 Step 1: Unbox & Authenticate Your Ledger Device

Open your box and check:

  • The seal is intact
  • The device isn’t pre‑configured
  • No unexpected labels or notes included

If your recovery phrase is already written or appears used, do not proceed. Contact Ledger Support immediately.
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🌐 Step 2: Go to Ledger.com/Start

Head to https://www.ledger.com/start using a trusted browser and bookmark it. This is the only official onboarding hub for Ledger devices.
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On that page, choose your device model to access tailored guides, download Ledger Live™, and verify your setup.

💾 Step 3: Download & Install Ledger Live™

Download Ledger Live™, the secure companion app for managing your wallet, staking, crypto buys, swaps, and NFTs. Available for:

Once installed, open and select from:

⚠️ ⚠️ Only install from Ledger.com or Live app updates.

🔐 Step 4: Initialize Your Ledger Wallet

With the device connected:

  1. Choose a secure PIN
  2. Write down your 24‑word recovery phrase on the card provided
  3. Confirm the phrase on the device screen
  4. Ledger Live will prompt you to verify device authenticity
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💡 Tip: Never store your recovery words digitally or on camera.

✅ Optional: Double-Verify Your Setup

For added security:

  • Do a device wipe and restore from your recovery phrase
  • Confirm your recovery phrase was copied correctly
  • (Advanced) Add an optional passphrase
  • Check wallet addresses before and after for consistency
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Many community users and security experts cite this extra step as a best practice.
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➕ Step 5: Install Blockchain Apps & Add Accounts

Open Ledger Live’s Manager, then:

  • Browse and install apps for coins like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Cardano, etc.
  • Choose “Add account” to sync your balances securely