Ledger Live

Secure Crypto Management App — hardware-backed, multi-asset, developer-friendly

Hardware-backed • Non-custodial • Multi-asset

Ledger Live — Manage crypto securely with your Ledger device

Ledger Live is a secure cryptocurrency management application that pairs with Ledger hardware devices to protect your private keys. Manage Bitcoin, Ethereum, tokens, DeFi activities, staking and NFTs with Ledger Live’s polished interface. Private keys always remain on your Ledger device while the app provides portfolio insights, swaps, staking flows and developer-friendly integrations.

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Core Features — Ledger Live at a glance

Ledger Live is designed to be the central app to manage crypto safely and efficiently. It focuses on security, usability, breadth of asset support, and integrations for both users and developers.

Hardware-backed security

Private keys are generated and stored on your Ledger device. All signing happens on-device — Ledger Live never exposes your secret keys.

Multi-asset portfolio

Manage Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Tezos and many other chains plus hundreds of tokens in one secure app with portfolio charts and transaction history.

Swap & DEX aggregation

Swap assets in-app through integrated liquidity partners and aggregators to find competitive rates and reduce slippage.

Staking & rewards

Stake supported assets directly from Ledger Live with clear APR estimates, validator info, and reward tracking in a secure, guided flow.

NFT gallery

Browse, verify and manage NFTs from supported chains with metadata and preview images while ownership is backed by your Ledger device.

Developer integrations

APIs and SDKs + hardware-backed signing capabilities let developers integrate Ledger Live functionality into services, exchanges, and enterprise workflows.

How Ledger Live works with your Ledger device

Ledger Live pairs with a Ledger hardware device (Ledger Nano family) using a secure local channel. When you initiate a send, swap, or contract interaction, Ledger Live formats the transaction and forwards a signing request. The Ledger device displays a clear, human-readable summary for you to review and physically confirm before any cryptographic signature is produced. This ensures you — and only you — can authorize movements of funds or changes to account state.

Typical flow

  1. Install Ledger Live and pair your Ledger device via USB or Bluetooth (where supported).
  2. Create or restore your wallet on-device and back up your recovery phrase offline.
  3. Use Ledger Live to view assets, request transactions, and send signing requests to the device.
  4. Confirm transaction details on the Ledger device screen. The device returns a signed transaction to Ledger Live to broadcast.

Security & best practices

Ledger Live is a companion app — the true root of security is the device and your recovery phrase. Always download Ledger Live from official sources, verify firmware updates through Ledger Live, never share your recovery phrase, and use device PINs or passphrase features for additional account separation.

Practical tips

  • Keep Ledger Live and device firmware up to date.
  • Store your recovery phrase offline in a safe place (never digital).
  • Verify contract details and recipient addresses on the device screen.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Ledger Live?▸
Ledger Live is the official companion app to Ledger hardware wallets. It enables secure asset management, swaps, staking, NFT viewing and developer integrations while keeping private keys on the hardware device.
2. Do I need a Ledger device to use Ledger Live?▸
Ledger Live can be installed and explored without a device, but to sign transactions and hold keys securely you should pair a Ledger hardware device (e.g., Ledger Nano models).
3. How does Ledger Live protect my private keys?▸
Private keys are generated and stored inside the Ledger secure element on-device. All cryptographic operations occur on the device; Ledger Live only receives signed transactions to broadcast to the network.
4. Can I stake and earn rewards in Ledger Live?▸
Yes — Ledger Live supports staking for multiple assets. You can delegate or stake supported coins and track rewards directly in the app while keeping keys on the Ledger device.
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