Ledger Live login is unique: instead of an email/password flow, you access your accounts by connecting and authenticating with your physical Ledger device. This page explains that flow in plain language and gives clear, actionable security advice.
Download & install Ledger Live (desktop & mobile)
- Open your browser and navigate to the official Ledger site. Use the Ledger Live download page (ensure the URL is ledger.com or a direct path).
- Choose the installer for your OS (Windows / macOS / Linux) or install Ledger Live on iOS / Android from the official app store links on Ledger's website.
- After download, install and open Ledger Live. Select "Get started" and follow on-screen prompts to pair your Ledger device.
How Ledger Live login works — short version
- Connect your Ledger hardware (USB or Bluetooth where supported).
- Enter your device PIN directly on the device to unlock it.
- Open Ledger Live; the app reads public account info — signing is always performed on the device itself.
- Approve outgoing transactions on the physical device display; Ledger Live shows balances but never has your private keys.
Tip: Ledger Live will never ask for your 24-word recovery phrase. If anything requests the phrase, close it immediately — it's a scam.
Restore vs. new device
If migrating an existing wallet, use the device's Restore function and enter your recovery words only on the hardware. For a new wallet, generate the recovery phrase on-device and store it offline (never digitally).
Security best practices (must-read)
Never share your recovery phrase. Ledger or official support channels will never ask it. Treat it like the key to a safe — offline and physically secure.
- Download Ledger Live exclusively from ledger.com. Verify URLs carefully.
- Keep Ledger Live and firmware up to date via official prompts inside Ledger Live.
- Use a PIN and optionally an additional passphrase if you understand the recovery implications.
- Avoid third-party Ledger apps unless explicitly recommended by Ledger's documentation.
- For advanced users: verify installer checksums and signatures if provided.
Common login problems & quick fixes
- Device not detected: try a different USB cable/port and confirm the device is unlocked (PIN entered).
- Bluetooth pairing issues: remove existing pairings and retry; ensure your device firmware supports Bluetooth.
- Fake installer concerns: uninstall, re-download from ledger.com, and verify checksums where possible.
FAQ
- Do I need an email address to login?
- No — Ledger Live authenticates you via your physical Ledger device and PIN, not by email/password.
- What if an app asks for my 24-word phrase?
- This is a phishing attempt. Never enter your recovery phrase anywhere except on your Ledger device during a verified restore. Disconnect and verify downloads.
- Can Ledger Live be used on multiple devices?
- Yes — you can install Ledger Live on multiple computers or phones and connect the same hardware device when needed. The private keys remain on the Ledger device.
Short technical note
Ledger Live reads only public keys and displays balances. Transaction signing happens inside the device's secure element, ensuring private keys never leave the hardware.