Secure Crypto Management for Your Desktop
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Ledger Live Desktop is the official companion application for Ledger hardware wallets, providing a secure interface to manage your cryptocurrency portfolio directly from your computer. With Ledger Live Desktop, you can send and receive crypto, buy coins through partner services, and grow your assets with various financial services - all while your private keys remain securely stored on your Ledger hardware wallet.
Your private keys never leave your Ledger device. All transactions require physical confirmation on your hardware wallet.
Monitor your entire crypto portfolio in real-time with intuitive charts and performance metrics.
Send and receive 1,800+ crypto assets with an intuitive interface and clear transaction details.
Swap cryptocurrencies directly within the app using Ledger's partner exchange services.
Setting up Ledger Live Desktop is a straightforward process that ensures your crypto assets remain secure from the very beginning.
Download Ledger Live Desktop from the official Ledger website for your operating system.
Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Connect your Ledger hardware wallet via USB and unlock it with your PIN.
Follow the setup wizard to configure your accounts and security settings.
Ledger Live Desktop is designed to work efficiently on most modern computers with the following minimum requirements:
Windows 10 (64-bit) or later, 4GB RAM, 200MB free disk space
macOS 10.14 (Mojave) or later, 4GB RAM, 200MB free disk space
Ubuntu 18.04 or later, Fedora 30 or later, 4GB RAM, 200MB free disk space
Ledger Live Desktop provides direct access to popular DeFi protocols, allowing you to lend, borrow, and earn yield on your crypto assets while maintaining the security of your Ledger device.
View and manage your NFT collections directly within Ledger Live Desktop. Connect to marketplaces like OpenSea and Rarible to buy, sell, or transfer NFTs with hardware wallet security.
Earn rewards by participating in proof-of-stake networks directly through Ledger Live Desktop. Stake popular cryptocurrencies like ETH, DOT, ATOM, and more with just a few clicks.
Create and manage multiple accounts for each cryptocurrency, perfect for organizing your assets for different purposes like savings, trading, or DeFi activities.
Yes, Ledger Live Desktop is completely free to download and use. There are no subscription fees or hidden charges. The only cost associated with using Ledger products is the initial purchase of your Ledger hardware wallet.
No, Ledger Live Desktop requires a Ledger hardware wallet to function. The application is designed specifically to work with Ledger devices, where your private keys are securely stored. For security reasons, Ledger Live Desktop cannot be used as a standalone software wallet.
Ledger releases regular updates for Ledger Live Desktop, typically every few weeks. These updates include security enhancements, new features, support for additional cryptocurrencies, and bug fixes. The application will notify you when updates are available, and we strongly recommend keeping your software up to date.
Yes, you can install and use Ledger Live Desktop on multiple computers. Your account information is stored on your Ledger device, not on individual computers. When you connect your Ledger device to a new computer with Ledger Live Desktop installed, you'll have access to all your accounts and transaction history.
If Ledger Live Desktop isn't recognizing your device, try these troubleshooting steps:
Ledger Live Desktop stores some local data like your transaction history and account settings, but the critical information (your private keys) is always stored on your Ledger device. Your 24-word recovery phrase serves as a backup of your entire wallet, including all accounts and transaction history. If you need to restore your wallet, you can do so using this recovery phrase on any Ledger device or compatible wallet.