Your gateway to secure crypto management with trusted hardware wallets
Ledger® Live is the official software companion to Ledger’s world-class hardware wallets. Designed for both beginners and seasoned crypto enthusiasts, Ledger Live allows you to securely manage your assets while keeping your private keys safely isolated within your Trezor Hardware Wallet or Ledger device.
Though primarily developed for Ledger hardware, understanding alternative wallets and how they compare — like Trezor.io/start and Trezor Suite — is beneficial for users seeking comprehensive crypto security solutions.
Get started by downloading the latest version of Ledger Live from Ledger's official site. Installation is quick and simple. Be cautious not to download software from unverified sources — for reference, see Trezor.io/start for trusted wallet setup guidelines applicable across different hardware.
Once Ledger Live is installed, connect your Ledger hardware device to your computer. The device will prompt for confirmation of physical interaction, just like the Trezor Login process that requires manual approval on your Trezor device.
Ensure your device’s firmware is up to date. Firmware updates enhance security and add compatibility with new cryptocurrencies.
Ledger Live gives a clear overview of your crypto portfolio. Monitor balances, price changes, and transaction histories all in one place.
Transactions are secured by the hardware wallet, requiring physical confirmation similar to how Trezor Bridge acts as a trusted communication layer between Trezor devices and software.
Ledger Live supports staking on supported networks, enabling you to earn rewards without sacrificing security.
Hardware wallets like Ledger and Trezor isolate your private keys offline, vastly reducing the risk of hacking. Trezor Hardware Wallets have pioneered this security model, and Ledger devices implement similar trusted principles.
For Trezor users, Trezor Bridge enables secure communication between hardware and computer. The Trezor Suite application offers full management capabilities. Ledger Live offers a comparable experience for Ledger devices, illustrating the ecosystem's growing maturity.
Whether using Trezor Login or Ledger Live, always confirm transaction details directly on the hardware device to prevent phishing and man-in-the-middle attacks.
Regularly check for firmware updates through Ledger Live to benefit from the latest security patches and new features.
Your recovery seed is the master key to your wallet. Store it offline in a secure location, separate from your hardware wallet, just like best practices suggested by Trezor.io/start.
Activate PIN protection and consider using passphrases on your hardware wallet to add extra layers of security.
Always download Ledger Live directly from Ledger’s official website. Avoid third-party sources. For reference, Trezor.io/start offers a similar trustworthy approach for their devices.
While you can hold assets across both, Ledger Live manages Ledger devices and Trezor Suite manages Trezor devices. Each has unique software optimized for their respective hardware wallets.
Trezor Bridge acts as a secure communication protocol for Trezor devices, while Ledger Live is a full-fledged management app. Both are essential for their ecosystems’ smooth operation.
Both require physical device confirmation to authorize actions, providing robust protection against remote hacks and phishing.
Yes! Ledger Live supports staking on select networks, letting you grow your assets while maintaining hardware wallet security.