Safely Manage, Monitor, and Control Your Digital Assets with Ledger® Live Desktop
Ledger® Live Desktop is a secure and comprehensive application that enables users to manage cryptocurrencies using their Ledger® hardware wallets. Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, it offers a complete crypto management experience — from checking balances to staking, swapping, and managing NFTs. The app is designed to work hand-in-hand with Ledger® devices, ensuring that private keys remain protected within the hardware wallet.
Getting started with Ledger® Live is straightforward. Follow these steps to safely install the desktop version:
After installation, you can begin using the Ledger® Live wallet to send, receive, or monitor your assets in real time.
To access your Ledger® Live wallet, open the desktop app, enter your password, and connect your Ledger® device. Authenticate using your device’s PIN and confirm actions when prompted. The hardware wallet ensures that all approvals occur physically on your Ledger® device, adding an extra layer of security.
If you encounter login issues or see “Ledger® login not working,” try the following:
Users often encounter the “Error Connecting Ledger® Account” issue when there’s a communication glitch between the app and the device. The simplest fixes include updating the app, reinstalling USB drivers, and ensuring your internet connection is stable. In some cases, reinstalling Ledger® Live Desktop may also help.
If you’ve lost or damaged your Ledger® device, you can recover your account using the 24-word recovery phrase you received during setup. Never share this phrase online or with anyone. To restore your wallet, connect a new Ledger® device and select “Restore from Recovery Phrase.”
Ledger® doesn’t directly manage 2FA (Two-Factor Authentication). For Ledger® 2FA reset, you must reset it through the platform (e.g., exchange or app) that uses it, not through Ledger® Live.
The “Can’t verify Ledger® wallet” message appears if your firmware or app is outdated. Update both and reconnect your device. Note that Ledger® Live does not support Trezor hardware wallets. If you’re trying to connect a Trezor device, use Trezor Suite instead of Ledger® Live Desktop.
The Ledger® Live App (mobile version) provides on-the-go access, perfect for quick balance checks and Bluetooth transactions with Ledger® Nano X. Meanwhile, the Ledger® Live Desktop app offers a more powerful interface for portfolio management, detailed analytics, and multi-account setups.
The Ledger® Help Center is the go-to resource for official guidance. It provides detailed tutorials, troubleshooting articles, and firmware update instructions. If your Ledger® Live App is not working, search for your issue in the Help Center or open a support ticket for personalized assistance.
Download it only from the official Ledger® website. Avoid links from emails or unofficial sources to prevent phishing risks.
Outdated firmware, poor USB connection, or antivirus interference may prevent login. Update both the app and device, then reconnect.
No. Ledger® Live supports only Ledger® hardware wallets. Trezor users must use the Trezor Suite software.
Use your 24-word recovery phrase on a new Ledger® device. Follow the recovery process within Ledger® Live Desktop to restore access.
Check your connection, restart Ledger® Live, and update the firmware. Reinstall the app if the error persists.
Visit the Ledger® Help Center for official documentation, software updates, and support ticket options.