What is Ledger Live and Why is it Needed?
Ledger Live is the official companion app for Ledger wallets. It allows you to:
- View your portfolio in real-time
- Install and manage crypto apps (Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc.)
- Send and receive coins with secure validation
- Access staking, swapping, and buying services
Without Ledger Live, your Ledger wallet would not have an interface to interact with your crypto assets efficiently.
How to Install Apps on Ledger.com/start
After your device is set up and connected to Ledger Live, here’s how to add apps:
- Open the “My Ledger” section in Ledger Live.
- Enter your PIN on the Ledger device.
- Browse and install apps like Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDT, and more.
- Each app enables wallet management for its respective coin.
Note: Device memory is limited. Uninstall unused apps (they don’t affect your funds).
How to Receive Crypto Using Ledger.com/start
Receiving crypto is safe and straightforward:
- Open the crypto account in Ledger Live.
- Click on “Receive.”
- Connect and unlock your Ledger device.
- Confirm the address shown on your device matches the one on-screen.
- Copy and share the address for sending funds.
Always double-check addresses and avoid copy-paste errors.
How to Send Crypto Using Ledger.com/start
Sending funds with a Ledger device ensures secure signing:
- Open the desired account in Ledger Live.
- Click “Send” and paste the recipient’s address.
- Enter the amount and network fee.
- Connect and verify the transaction on your Ledger device.
- Confirm by pressing both buttons.
This process ensures the transaction is signed offline and protected from malware.
How to Recover Wallet from Ledger.com/start
If you lose or reset your Ledger wallet, restoring is easy:
- Connect your replacement Ledger device.
- Choose “Restore from recovery phrase.”
- Enter the 24-word seed.
- Your accounts and coins will reappear in Ledger Live.
Always verify each word during entry to avoid mistakes.