Ledger.com/start is the official starting point for anyone setting up a Ledger hardware wallet. If you've just purchased a Ledger Nano S Plus or Ledger Nano X, this page ensures you follow the correct steps while avoiding scams, fake downloads, and unsafe setup methods. With crypto ownership growing, securing your digital assets properly has never been more important.
Cryptocurrency is built on self-custody. When you keep your coins on exchanges, you don't actually control them—the exchange does. If an exchange shuts down, gets hacked, or freezes withdrawals, your funds can be lost forever. Ledger devices eliminate that risk by giving you full control.
Ledger wallets are equipped with secure elements and proprietary security technology designed to protect private keys from malware, phishing attacks, and unauthorized access. This is why millions of users trust Ledger for storing Bitcoin, Ethereum, and thousands of other assets.
During setup, Ledger will generate a 24‑word recovery phrase. This phrase is the master key to your wallet. Anyone who has access to it can access your crypto. This is why protecting it is critical.
Once your Ledger is active, you can:
Ledger devices protect users with multiple layers of security, including:
Using Ledger.com/start ensures safe configuration of your hardware wallet. As the crypto industry continues to evolve, self‑custody remains the most reliable method for safeguarding digital wealth. With a properly set up Ledger wallet, you maintain full ownership and peace of mind.
Start your journey today and protect your crypto the right way with Ledger.com/start.