Ledger hardware wallets provide uncompromising security for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and over 5,500 cryptocurrencies. Protect your digital assets with industry-leading cold storage technology trusted by millions worldwide.
Experience unparalleled protection for your digital wealth with hardware-based security that keeps hackers at bay.
Your private keys remain completely offline, eliminating exposure to online threats, malware, and sophisticated hacking attempts targeting cryptocurrency holdings.
Secure over 5,500 different cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Cardano, Solana, and emerging DeFi tokens through one comprehensive hardware solution.
24-word recovery phrase ensures complete restoration of funds even if your device is lost, stolen, or damaged. Your cryptocurrency remains forever accessible.
Starting your cryptocurrency security journey with Ledger represents a crucial step toward protecting your digital wealth. Hardware wallets have become essential tools for anyone serious about cryptocurrency ownership, providing security that software solutions simply cannot match.
Ledger devices operate on a fundamental principle of isolation. Your private keys, the mathematical codes that control access to your cryptocurrency, never leave the secure chip within the device. This means that even when connected to potentially compromised computers or infected with malware, your funds remain protected behind multiple layers of hardware-based security.
The setup process begins with initializing your new Ledger device and creating a unique 24-word recovery phrase. This phrase serves as the mathematical foundation for generating all your cryptocurrency addresses and must be stored securely offline. During initialization, the device generates this phrase using true randomness, ensuring no two devices share identical recovery phrases.
Ledger Live software serves as your gateway to managing cryptocurrencies through your hardware device. This companion application allows you to view balances, send transactions, and manage multiple cryptocurrency accounts while maintaining the security benefits of hardware key storage. Every transaction requires physical confirmation on the device itself, preventing unauthorized transfers.
Advanced users appreciate Ledger's compatibility with numerous third-party applications and DeFi protocols. Whether interacting with decentralized exchanges, yield farming platforms, or NFT marketplaces, your Ledger device can securely authorize transactions without exposing private keys to online environments.
Cryptocurrency security extends beyond just device protection. Proper storage of your recovery phrase becomes critical for long-term asset protection. Consider using multiple secure locations, metal backup solutions resistant to fire and water damage, and never storing digital copies of your recovery phrase on internet-connected devices.
Regular firmware updates ensure your Ledger device maintains cutting-edge security against emerging threats. The development team continuously monitors the cryptocurrency landscape for new vulnerabilities and releases protective updates. Staying current with these updates maximizes your protection against sophisticated attacks targeting cryptocurrency holders.
For those managing substantial cryptocurrency portfolios, Ledger offers enterprise-grade solutions with enhanced features for institutional custody requirements. These solutions maintain the same core security principles while adding organizational controls, audit trails, and multi-signature capabilities for shared fund management.
Everything you need to know about starting with Ledger hardware wallets
Join millions of users who trust Ledger for cryptocurrency security. Start protecting your digital assets with industry-leading hardware wallet technology.