Ledger Start® is the definitive onboarding destination for securely setting up your Ledger hardware wallet. This official guide walks you through every essential step, helping you protect your digital assets from the very beginning.
Ledger Start® is the official setup pathway designed for all Ledger hardware wallet users. Whether you own a Ledger Nano X, Ledger Nano S Plus, or Ledger Stax, Ledger Start provides a structured and secure introduction to self-custody.
The Ledger Start® process ensures that your device is genuine, untampered, and ready to generate private keys safely offline. It emphasizes security awareness while remaining accessible for beginners.
By following Ledger Start®, users avoid common setup mistakes and gain a strong foundation for managing cryptocurrency responsibly.
Ledger Start® supports the full range of Ledger hardware wallets. Each device follows the same core security principles while offering unique features.
A portable hardware wallet with Bluetooth connectivity, ideal for users who manage crypto on both desktop and mobile devices.
A secure and cost-effective option offering expanded storage and USB connectivity for everyday crypto management.
A premium Ledger device featuring an advanced display and enhanced usability while maintaining the same trusted security model.
The Ledger Start® setup process follows a clear sequence designed to protect your assets from the very first interaction.
Users are guided to verify packaging integrity and confirm that the Ledger device has not been altered. This step helps protect against supply-chain attacks and unauthorized modifications.
Ledger Start® ensures that official firmware is installed directly onto the device. Firmware verification confirms that the software is authentic and up to date.
One of the most critical steps in Ledger Start® is the generation of your 24-word recovery phrase. This phrase is created entirely offline inside the Ledger device and never shared with Ledger or any third party.
The 24-word recovery phrase is the only backup of your crypto assets. Ledger Start® emphasizes writing it down carefully and storing it securely offline.
The recovery phrase generated during Ledger Start® represents full ownership of your crypto. Anyone with access to these words can control your funds.
Ledger Start® instructs users never to photograph, digitize, or share their recovery phrase. This education is essential in preventing scams and unauthorized access.
Proper recovery phrase management ensures long-term asset security even if the device is lost, damaged, or replaced.
Ledger Start® is built around the concept of self-custody. Users, not companies or platforms, maintain control over private keys at all times.
All cryptographic operations occur inside the secure element of the Ledger device, isolating sensitive data from the computer or smartphone environment.
This architecture significantly reduces exposure to malware, phishing attempts, and online threats.
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Ledger Start® helps you set up your Ledger Nano X, Nano S Plus, or Stax the right way. Follow the official guide and take full control of your digital assets from day one.