Overview of Ledger Live Desktop®
Ledger Live Desktop® is the official desktop application for Ledger® Wallet users. It allows you to securely access your cryptocurrency portfolio, send and receive assets, and monitor multiple accounts—all while keeping your private keys on your Ledger® Hardware Wallet.
Always download Ledger Live Desktop from the official Ledger site: Ledger.com/start.
How to Install Ledger Live Desktop
Step 1: Access Official Ledger Site
Go to Ledger.com/start to download the authentic Ledger Live Desktop version for Windows, macOS, or Linux.
Step 2: Download & Install
Select your OS, download the installer, and follow on-screen instructions to install the application.
Step 3: Connect Ledger® Device
Use a USB cable to connect your Ledger® Hardware Wallet to your computer. Ensure device firmware is updated.
Step 4: Access Your Wallet
Launch Ledger Live Desktop, choose to create a new wallet or restore an existing one with your 24-word recovery phrase.
Troubleshooting Ledger Live Desktop Issues
- Ledger Login not working: Check device connection, update Ledger Live Desktop, and verify USB cable.
- Error Connecting Ledger Account: Restart app and device, try a different USB port.
- Ledger Live App not Working: Reinstall app and ensure OS is compatible.
- Can't verify Ledger Wallet: Confirm you downloaded Ledger Live Desktop from official site and follow device prompts.
- Unable to Ledger Trezor: Ledger® devices cannot access Trezor® wallets.
Ledger Account Recovery & Security
Ledger® security is tied to your 24-word recovery phrase. Lost device? Restore your wallet on another Ledger® device using the recovery phrase. Ledger 2FA reset is not applicable; access depends on recovery phrase only.
FAQs
- Q: How do I download Ledger Live Desktop®?
A: Go to Ledger.com/start and select your OS. - Q: Ledger Login not working — what should I do?
A: Update Ledger Live Desktop, reconnect device, and check USB cable. - Q: Can I recover funds without my Ledger® device?
A: Yes, using your 24-word recovery phrase on a new Ledger® device. - Q: Ledger 2FA reset — is it possible?
A: Ledger® does not use 2FA; security relies on your recovery phrase. - Q: Ledger Live Desktop App crashes — how to fix?
A: Reinstall the app and ensure your OS meets the system requirements. - Q: Can Ledger Live Desktop manage multiple coins?
A: Yes, Ledger Live supports multiple crypto accounts simultaneously.