YOUR SELF-CUSTODY JOURNEY STARTS HERE

Make your
first move with confidence.

New to Ledger? Take it one step at a time. Set up your device, secure your recovery phrase, and learn the essentials before you explore.

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Your keys stay yours. Your recovery phrase belongs offline.

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⌑Offline by designYour recovery phrase stays private✓

A little preparation.
A lot more peace of mind.

Quick reminder — Ledger will never ask you to share your 24-word recovery phrase. Not by email, message, phone, or website.

Learn how to stay safe

A SIMPLE PLACE TO BEGIN

Your first three steps

Give yourself a few quiet minutes. Follow the official instructions on your device and in Ledger Wallet.

Unbox & check

Purchase from Ledger or an authorized retailer. A genuine Ledger device is not preconfigured with a recovery phrase.

Learn about device authenticity

Install Ledger Wallet

Download Ledger Wallet only from Ledger’s official website. Follow the in-app prompts to initialize your device.

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Write it down offline

Your device generates your recovery phrase. Write it on paper and store it somewhere private and secure—never digitally.

Read recovery phrase basics

Your device screen is the source of truth. Never use a phrase supplied by someone else.

THE MOST IMPORTANT THING TO KNOW

Keep your recovery phrase safe.

Your 24 words are the backup to your wallet. Anyone who has them can access your crypto. Keep them offline, private, and out of photos, cloud storage, and messages.

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Write it by hand

Only record the words displayed on your own device.

Store it offline

Keep it somewhere secure that only you can access.

Never share it

Support teams will never need your recovery phrase.

GOOD QUESTIONS, CLEAR ANSWERS

Questions, answered.

Take your time. Self-custody is easier when you know the basics.

What is a hardware wallet?

A hardware wallet keeps your private keys protected by a secure chip in a physical device. You approve transactions on the device itself, helping keep your keys offline.

What happens if I lose my Ledger device?

Your recovery phrase is the backup that can restore access to your accounts on a compatible wallet. Keep that phrase safe and private; never share it with anyone.

Can Ledger support help me recover my phrase?

No. Your recovery phrase is yours alone, and Ledger support will never ask for it. Anyone asking you to share it is not legitimate support.

Where should I download Ledger Wallet?

Only download the app through Ledger's official website at ledger.com/ledger-wallet. Check the address carefully before downloading.

YOUR NEXT STEP, WHEN YOU’RE READY

Ready to begin?

Download Ledger Wallet and follow the setup guide from Ledger.

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