Ledger Live Desktop is the official desktop application designed to work seamlessly with Ledger hardware wallets, including the Ledger Nano S Plus and Ledger Nano X. It provides a secure, user-friendly interface to manage your cryptocurrency portfolio, send and receive assets, swap tokens, and stake supported coins — all while keeping your private keys offline.

Unlike web wallets or exchange accounts, Ledger Live Desktop ensures your sensitive data never leaves your Ledger device, offering one of the safest ways to interact with crypto.

What Is Ledger Live Desktop?

Ledger Live Desktop is the desktop version of Ledger’s official cryptocurrency management software. It acts as a bridge between your Ledger hardware wallet and the blockchain, allowing you to:

• Track portfolio balances in real time
• Manage multiple cryptocurrency accounts
• Send, receive, and swap supported cryptocurrencies
• Stake eligible coins for rewards
• Install blockchain apps directly onto your Ledger device

By combining hardware security with a desktop interface, Ledger Live Desktop protects your assets from online threats while providing a full-featured management platform.

Key Features of Ledger Live Desktop

🔒 Hardware-Level Security

Ledger Live Desktop works with your Ledger hardware wallet to ensure that private keys remain offline. All transactions are signed on your device, preventing malware or hackers from accessing your crypto.

📊 Portfolio Management

Monitor your total portfolio value, view balances, and track transaction history across all your accounts. Ledger Live Desktop displays your holdings in fiat or crypto units and provides an organized dashboard for multiple assets.

💱 Swap Cryptocurrencies

Easily exchange supported tokens within Ledger Live Desktop. Ledger aggregates multiple liquidity providers to offer competitive rates while maintaining hardware wallet security.

💰 Staking Rewards

Earn staking rewards for supported cryptocurrencies directly through Ledger Live Desktop without exposing your assets to third-party risks.

🌐 Multi-Currency Support

Ledger Live Desktop supports hundreds of cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and many ERC-20 tokens, making it ideal for managing diverse portfolios.

How to Download Ledger Live Desktop

1. Go to the official Ledger.com/Start® page.
2. Select Ledger Live and choose the desktop version for your operating system: Windows, macOS, or Linux.
3. Download and install the application following the on-screen instructions.
4. Connect your Ledger hardware wallet via USB (or Bluetooth for Ledger Nano X).

Always download Ledger Live Desktop from the official website to avoid phishing and malware.

Setting Up Ledger Live Desktop

After installation:

1. Open Ledger Live Desktop and select Get Started.
2. Connect your Ledger device and choose to set it up as a new wallet or restore from a recovery phrase.
3. Install cryptocurrency apps on your Ledger device via the Manager tab.
4. Add accounts for the cryptocurrencies you want to manage.

Ledger Live Desktop is now ready to securely track and manage your portfolio.

Sending and Receiving Crypto

Receiving funds:

• Open Ledger Live Desktop and select the account
• Click Receive
• Verify the wallet address on your Ledger device
• Share this address with the sender

Sending funds:

• Click Send, enter the recipient address and amount
• Review network fees and transaction details
• Confirm the transaction on your Ledger hardware wallet

All sensitive operations require confirmation on the device, ensuring maximum security.

Security Best Practices

• Never share your 24-word recovery phrase
• Keep Ledger Live Desktop and device firmware updated
• Verify addresses and transaction details directly on your hardware wallet
• Only use official Ledger downloads from Ledger.com/Start®
• Enable optional passphrase protection for added security

Troubleshooting Ledger Live Desktop

• Device not detected: Check the USB connection, try a different port, or restart the computer.
• Firmware issues: Update the Ledger device firmware via the Manager tab.
• Application crashes: Reinstall the latest Ledger Live Desktop version from the official website.
• Network errors: Ensure your internet connection is stable and firewall settings allow Ledger Live.

For more assistance, visit the Ledger Support Center.

Ledger Live Desktop provides a secure, comprehensive, and intuitive platform to manage your cryptocurrency. By combining the robust security of Ledger hardware wallets with a user-friendly desktop interface, Ledger Live Desktop ensures that your digital assets are protected while giving you full control over your crypto portfolio.

Start using Ledger Live Desktop today to safely track, send, receive, and grow your cryptocurrency holdings.