A modern, hardware-backed desktop application to manage cryptocurrency securely, explore DeFi, and keep full control of your digital assets.
Ledger Live Desktop is built to bridge the gap between powerful hardware security and approachable software usability. It gives both novice and professional users a single place to view balances, send/receive funds, stake tokens, and interact with decentralized services — all while ensuring private keys never leave the hardware device.
In an era of phishing, malware, and social engineering, keeping custody of the private keys is non-negotiable. Ledger Live Desktop preserves custody through device-level signing: the app prepares transactions while your Ledger signs them internally. That separation reduces exposure and gives you a verifiable path to prove ownership of assets.
Transactions are assembled by the desktop app but must be approved on the Ledger device. This local signing model minimizes attack vectors and ensures signatures are generated in a tamper-resistant environment.
Ledger Live supports a wide set of blockchains and token standards — from Bitcoin and Ethereum to newer Layer-1 and Layer-2 networks. You can manage coins, tokens, and NFTs from the same interface with clear account separation.
Stake supported assets directly to validators or earn yields through approved protocols. Reward estimates, validator reputations, and unstaking timelines are shown in-app so you can compare options before committing funds.
Install blockchain apps to your Ledger, apply firmware updates safely, and manage device settings within Ledger Live. Maintaining updated firmware is critical to protect against new vulnerabilities and to ensure compatibility.
Download Ledger Live only from the official Ledger domain and verify the installer’s checksum if provided. Connect your Ledger device and follow the guided steps to either create a new wallet or restore an existing one using your recovery phrase (always kept offline).
Never enter your 24‑word recovery phrase into any computer or mobile device. Store it physically and separately from your device for maximum resilience.
Verify addresses and transaction details on the Ledger screen before approving. Phishing sites and clipboard malware can change destinations; the device confirmation is your last line of defense.
Ledger Live’s telemetry is intentionally minimal; you can tailor privacy settings to reduce data sharing while keeping app functionality intact.
Ledger Live Desktop pairs strong, hardware-based protections with a practical, future-focused feature set. For users who require custody control, audited open-source components, and ongoing firmware support, the platform represents a sensible balance of convenience and security.
Ledger Live Desktop is more than a wallet app — it’s an operational hub for your crypto life. It emphasizes clear visual cues, device confirmation for critical actions, and continuous improvement through updates. Use it correctly, complement it with good operational security, and it will keep your digital assets both accessible and safe.