Ledger.com/start – Quick Start Guide for Beginners
Welcome to Ledger.com/start! If you're new to hardware wallets, this guide simplifies the entire setup process. Ledger.com/start is designed to be beginner-friendly, guiding you step-by-step to secure your cryptocurrency.
Step 1: Choose Your Device on Ledger.com/start
Before visiting Ledger.com/start, decide which device suits your needs:
- Ledger Nano X: Premium option with Bluetooth, supports 5,500+ assets
- Ledger Nano S Plus: Budget-friendly, USB-only, still highly secure
Both are equally secure. Ledger.com/start supports both models equally. Once you have your device, proceed to Ledger.com/start in your web browser.
Step 2: Start Ledger.com/start Setup
- Visit Ledger.com/start on your computer
- Click your device model
- Ledger.com/start will display setup instructions
- Connect your Ledger device to your computer via USB
- Follow the on-screen prompts at Ledger.com/start
The Ledger.com/start wizard guides you through each phase with clear instructions.
Step 3: Initialize Your Device Through Ledger.com/start
- Welcome screen: Your device shows the Ledger logo
- Pin setup: Create a 4-8 digit PIN on Ledger.com/start
- Confirm PIN: Re-enter your PIN to verify
- Recovery phrase: Ledger.com/start generates 24 words
- Confirm words: Verify each word appears correctly
Ledger.com/start handles each step with clear confirmations on your device screen.
Step 4: Secure Your Recovery Phrase After Ledger.com/start
Critical step: After Ledger.com/start generates your recovery phrase:
- Write down all 24 words on the provided recovery sheet
- Verify each word is spelled correctly
- Do NOT photograph or scan these words
- Store the sheet in a fireproof, waterproof safe
- Never share your recovery phrase with anyone
Your recovery phrase is the master key to your Ledger.com/start wallet.
Step 5: Download Ledger Live
Once Ledger.com/start completes on your device:
- Download Ledger Live from ledger.com
- Install the application on your computer or phone
- Launch Ledger Live
- Connect your Ledger device
- Ledger Live automatically detects your wallet from Ledger.com/start
Ledger Live is the interface you'll use after Ledger.com/start is complete.