Manage Your Crypto — Ledger Live Desktop® in brief
Ledger Live Desktop® is the secure desktop companion that allows users to manage their crypto assets safely. Use Ledger Live Desktop to manage your bitcoin, ethereum, tokens and many more coins. Ledger Live Desktop provides portfolio overviews, transaction history, secure send & receive flows, and direct integration with Ledger hardware devices so you can manage your crypto assets safely—always verifying operations on-device.
Core features — Manage Your Crypto Assets Safely
- Hardware-protected signing: private keys remain on your Ledger device for maximal security.
- Portfolio management: see balances, performance charts, and price history in one desktop app.
- Multi-asset support: bitcoin, ethereum, ERC-20, NFTs and many other coins.
- Seamless updates: firmware checks and software updates keep your setup current.
- Secure transactions: review and confirm all transactions on-device before signing.
- Privacy-first design: local-first portfolio with optional, minimal analytics.
Why Ledger Live Desktop® for managing crypto?
Security matters first. Ledger Live Desktop® works with Ledger hardware devices to ensure your private keys never leave the device. When you manage your crypto using Ledger Live Desktop, every critical action — such as sending funds or approving a smart contract — is confirmed directly on your Ledger hardware screen. This two-device model (desktop + hardware) preserves convenience while enforcing a strong security boundary.
Getting started & quick setup
Getting started is simple: download Ledger Live Desktop for your operating system, install, and follow the guided setup. Connect your Ledger device and restore or create a wallet. Ledger Live Desktop walks you through device pairing, account creation, and how to manage crypto. Remember: when you manage your crypto, always verify the address on the device screen — never trust addresses shown only on your computer.
Security & best practices to manage your crypto assets safely
To manage your crypto assets safely with Ledger Live Desktop®, follow these best practices: keep firmware and apps up to date, verify installer signatures from official channels, store recovery seeds offline in secure locations, and avoid entering seeds into any online form. Use passphrases and PINs to add extra protection. Ledger Live Desktop helps you maintain those protections with built-in checks and clear warnings.
Troubleshooting common issues
If your device is not detected, try a different USB cable, avoid USB hubs, restart Ledger Live Desktop, or reinstall the official desktop app. Ensure your device firmware is up to date. If you see unexpected prompts, disconnect the device and consult official support channels. When you manage your crypto it’s important to pause on unexpected behavior — Ledger Live Desktop gives clear status indicators to help you troubleshoot quickly and safely.
Advanced workflows
For power users managing large portfolios, Ledger Live Desktop® supports advanced workflows: multiple accounts, batch operations, transaction fee customization, and integration with exchanges or DeFi apps via integrations. Whether you need to manage bitcoin cold storage or approve complex smart-contract interactions, Ledger Live Desktop scales while you continue to manage your crypto assets safely.