Ledger Live Desktop® — Secure Crypto Management®™

Non‑custodial desktop companion app for Ledger hardware wallets — manage accounts, stake, swap, and sign transactions with your keys kept offline.

What is Ledger Live Desktop?

Ledger Live Desktop is a focused, security‑first application that pairs with Ledger hardware wallets to provide a unified interface for managing multiple crypto accounts and interacting with supported blockchains — while ensuring your private keys never leave your device.

Core Capabilities

  • Account & portfolio overview for many coins and tokens
  • Send/receive flows with on‑device transaction confirmation
  • Buy, swap, and integrate with liquidity partners
  • Staking & yield on supported networks
  • Device manager — install apps & update firmware

Why people choose it

Combines hardware‑grade security, non‑custodial ownership, and a polished desktop experience — ideal for users who want control without sacrificing usability.

Download for Windows Also available for macOS and Linux. Always download from official sources.

Getting started — quick checklist

  1. Download Ledger Live Desktop from the official Ledger website.
  2. Initialize or connect your Ledger hardware device (Nano X, Nano S Plus, etc.).
  3. Create or restore a wallet using your recovery phrase — keep it offline and safe.
  4. Install apps for the blockchains you want to use through the Device Manager.
  5. Sync accounts in Ledger Live to view balances and start sending/receiving.

Pro tip: Keep your Ledger device firmware and Ledger Live app up to date. For features like swapping and buying, confirm third‑party fees and availability in your region.