Get Started with Your Ledger Wallet via Ledger.com/start

Getting started with a Ledger hardware wallet is the first and most important step in securing your digital assets. The official gateway for this process is Ledger.com/start. Whether you're new to crypto or an experienced investor, following a verified and secure setup process helps prevent phishing, fraud, and loss of funds.

Let’s walk through how to use Ledger.com/start to set up, install, and operate your Ledger device successfully.

What is Needed Before Using Ledger.com/start?

Before starting your crypto wallet setup via Ledger.com/start, you should have:

  • A brand-new, sealed Ledger Nano device
  • A USB cable or Bluetooth-enabled device (Nano X only)
  • A secure computer or smartphone (Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, or Android)
  • A pen and the recovery sheet provided with your Ledger device
  • Internet connection to access Ledger.com/start

Make sure to only unbox your Ledger device in a safe and private environment to protect your seed phrase from exposure.

How to Restore an Existing Wallet on Ledger via Ledger.com/start

If you already have a recovery phrase, you can restore your wallet using these steps on Ledger.com/start:

  1. Open Ledger Live → Select “Restore device”
  2. Enter your 24-word recovery phrase on your Ledger device
  3. Create a new PIN code
  4. Install crypto apps again from Ledger Live

Make sure the recovery phrase is from a legitimate Ledger setup and stored securely.