Download Ledger Live — Secure companion for your Ledger device

Installation & verification — step-by-step

Installing Ledger Live safely involves two complementary steps: obtaining the installer from the official site, and verifying that installer is authentic. Verifying the file reduces the risk of installing a tampered or malicious package. Below you'll find practical commands and guidance for common platforms.

Verify the download

When a checksum or signature is published alongside a download, use your platform's tools to compute the hash and compare. Example commands:

# macOS / Linux (SHA256)
shasum -a 256 ledger-live-desktop-*.AppImage
# Windows (PowerShell)
Get-FileHash -Algorithm SHA256 .\ledger-live-setup.exe
# GPG signature (if provided)
gpg --keyserver keyserver.ubuntu.com --recv-keys <LedgerPublicKeyID>
gpg --verify ledger-live-setup.exe.sig ledger-live-setup.exe
      

Platform-specific notes

• Windows: Run the installer (.exe). If Windows SmartScreen warns, ensure you downloaded from ledger.com. Use an admin account if driver installation is required.
• macOS: Open the .dmg and drag to Applications. If Gatekeeper blocks the app, open System Preferences → Security & Privacy and allow Ledger Live.
• Linux: AppImage, .deb, or .rpm packages are often provided. Make the AppImage executable (chmod +x) or use your package manager.
• Mobile: Install Ledger Live Mobile from the App Store or Google Play and pair via Bluetooth (for supported devices) or via cable.

First-time setup & connecting your Ledger

After install, launch Ledger Live and follow the onboarding flow: choose whether to create a new device or restore an existing wallet. Connect your Ledger hardware using a trusted data cable (avoid charge-only cables). Unlock the device with your PIN and follow device prompts to allow pairing and account discovery.

Security model & best practices

Ledger Live is a management application — but the private keys remain inside the Ledger device's secure chip. Always confirm transaction details on your device’s screen before approving. Additional best practices:

• Download only from ledger.com/ledger-live and verify checksums/signatures when available.
• Never share your 24-word recovery phrase. The only time it should be entered is during a device’s official recovery flow on the hardware itself.
• Use a strong device PIN and consider passphrase-protected hidden wallets for extra privacy.
• Prefer official software updates and verify release notes.

Troubleshooting — common issues & fixes

If Ledger Live doesn't detect your device: try a different USB cable, switch ports (avoid hubs), restart the app, and check OS permissions. On Bluetooth pairing issues, re-pair the device from the mobile app. If firmware updates fail, read on-screen instructions carefully and contact Ledger Support with logs if needed.