This presentation guides you through everything you need to know to start using your Ledger hardware wallet safely and confidently. Colors, headings, and structure are included for clarity.
Hardware wallets like Ledger keep your private keys offline, protected from malware and online attacks. That means you — and only you — control your funds.
Ensure the package is sealed and genuine. Ledger ships with tamper-evident packaging and includes the device, USB cable, recovery sheets, and quick start guide.
Power on the Ledger and follow the on-device instructions. You will be prompted to create a PIN and write down your recovery phrase — this is the most critical step.
Choose a PIN that's easy for you to remember but hard for others to guess. Use numbers only. If you forget it, you'll need your recovery phrase to restore access.
Ledger will display a 24-word recovery phrase. Write it down in order on the recovery sheet and store it securely, offline. Do not photograph, store digitally, or share it with anyone.
Understanding risks helps you take the right precautions. Ledger protects private keys, but social engineering, phishing, and physical theft remain real threats.
Ledger Live is the companion app for managing accounts, installing apps, and sending/receiving crypto. Install it on a trusted computer or phone.
Connect your Ledger, open the Ledger Live "Manager" and follow the on-screen pairing instructions. Confirm actions on-device whenever prompted.
Ledger uses app-based architecture — each coin or token family has an app that runs on the device. Install only apps you need to conserve space.
The device has limited storage. Uninstalling an app does not remove accounts — your private keys remain safe. Reinstall to access the account again.
After installing apps, add accounts in Ledger Live for each currency you want to use. Ledger Live will derive addresses from your recovery phrase.
Always verify the receive address on the Ledger device screen — never rely solely on the computer display.
Transactions must be approved on your Ledger device. Review recipient addresses and amounts carefully on-device before confirming.
Keep device firmware up to date. Firmware updates add features and security patches. Only update via Ledger Live and confirm on-device.
Your recovery phrase is the single point of recovery. Consider robust physical backups and a plan for inheritance or emergency access.
If something goes wrong, stay calm and follow official guidance. Don't share your recovery phrase with anyone claiming they can help remotely.
Contact Ledger support only via the official website. Never share your recovery phrase — support will never ask for it.
Use Ledger with third-party wallets and dApps (e.g., MetaMask) for advanced DeFi interactions. Always verify transactions on-device.
A concise checklist to keep your funds safe.
Key terms you'll see throughout the crypto ecosystem.
A secret number that allows you to spend crypto. Ledger stores private keys on the device and never exposes them.
A human-readable representation of your wallet's seed — typically 24 words. This restores access to your funds.
Yes, with the recovery phrase. Anyone with the phrase can access funds, so protect it carefully.
If you suspect compromise, move funds to a new wallet immediately and secure a new recovery phrase.
Ledger provides hardware and software; tax and legal obligations depend on your jurisdiction. Keep records of transactions for reporting.
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You should now be able to unbox, set up, and use your Ledger device safely. Take time to secure backups and practice small transactions first.
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