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# Ledger® Live: Desktop®®® — Getting Started | official Ledger™

> Get started with Ledger Live Desktop using official setup guidance. Discover how to connect your Ledger device and manage digital assets with greater confidence.

Ledger Live Desktop is a desktop application experience designed to help users view and manage their cryptocurrency portfolios alongside a compatible Ledger hardware wallet. Now known as **Ledger Wallet™**, the application brings account information, portfolio tracking, and supported crypto services together in one place. Whether you are new to digital assets or already familiar with blockchain technology, getting started with the right software and security practices is essential.

## Understanding the Desktop Application

A desktop crypto management application makes it easier to review account balances, monitor portfolio activity, and explore supported blockchain services from your computer. When paired with a compatible Ledger hardware wallet, supported transactions can be reviewed and approved on the physical device.

For the authentic application and current download options, visit the [official Ledger Wallet download page](https://www.ledger.com/ledger-live). Always verify the website address before downloading software.

## How to Get Started

Setting up your desktop application can be straightforward when you follow a careful process.

### 1. Download the Official Application

Visit Ledger’s official website and select the desktop version compatible with your operating system. Choose the appropriate installer for Windows, macOS, or Linux, as available. Avoid unofficial download websites, advertisements that imitate the brand, and unexpected installation links.

### 2. Install and Open the Software

Run the downloaded installer and follow the instructions displayed on your computer. Once installation is complete, open the application and review the available setup options. If you already own a Ledger device, follow the instructions intended for your specific model.

### 3. Connect Your Hardware Wallet

Connect your compatible Ledger device using the recommended connection method. Unlock the device and follow the instructions displayed in the application and on its screen. Install the required cryptocurrency applications on the device when prompted.

### 4. Review Your Accounts

Add or synchronize supported accounts as directed by the application. You can then explore available portfolio information, review transaction history, and learn which features are supported for your assets and region.

## Important Security Practices

Security should remain a priority whenever you manage digital assets. Download the application only through official Ledger channels, keep your computer updated, and install software updates from verified sources.

Your 24-word Secret Recovery Phrase is extremely sensitive. Never share it with another person, enter it into a website, or provide it to an application claiming to offer support. Ledger support will never need your recovery phrase. Anyone requesting it should be treated as a potential scammer.

Before confirming a transaction, carefully check the recipient address and transaction details on your hardware wallet’s screen. Do not approve an operation you do not understand.

For additional guidance, consult the [official Ledger Support website](https://support.ledger.com/). You can also explore the [Ledger company website](https://www.ledger.com/) for product information and verified resources.

## Explore Your Crypto Portfolio with Confidence

Ledger Live Desktop remains a familiar search term for users looking for Ledger’s computer-based crypto management software. Although the application is now called Ledger Wallet, its desktop experience continues to help users access supported portfolio tools alongside compatible hardware wallets.

Take time to understand the available features, check every transaction carefully, and rely on verified documentation when you need assistance. A thoughtful setup and consistent security habits can help you manage your digital assets more confidently.

**Final reminder:** Always use official Ledger resources for downloads and support. Never disclose your Secret Recovery Phrase, and remember that cryptocurrency transactions can be irreversible.


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