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Account visibility
Review supported crypto accounts and their available balance information in one place.
Learn about support ↗INDEPENDENT CRYPTO EDUCATION
A clearer view
of your crypto.
A practical guide to Ledger Live Desktop—understand the workspace, review activity, and use a compatible hardware wallet with care.
Always verify the source before downloading wallet software.
PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW
TOTAL BALANCE i
$24,860.42
↗ +$684.20 this month
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₿Bitcoin BTC0.2841 BTC$18,420.60↗
◆Ethereum ETH1.972 ETH$6,439.82↘
✓Your keys stay offlineConfirm transactions on your device
A visual guide, not a live account. Balances shown are illustrative.
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IN THIS GUIDEACCOUNT VISIBILITYTRANSACTION REVIEWSAFER SETUPRECOVERY PHRASE CARE
01 / THE BASICS
Bring your crypto accounts into one workspace.
Managing digital currencies involves more than checking a balance. You may want to follow incoming transfers, review previous activity, understand network requirements, and confirm transactions carefully.
Ledger’s desktop wallet application provides an interface for supported cryptocurrency accounts and compatible Ledger hardware devices. Previously widely known as Ledger Live, it is also associated with Ledger’s newer Ledger Wallet naming.
Features vary by asset, network, operating system, region, and service availability.
02 / YOUR WORKSPACEA MORE ORGANIZED PORTFOLIO REVIEW
Less scattered.
More in view.
Digital assets can live across multiple networks and accounts. A consolidated interface can make everyday portfolio reviews easier to navigate.
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Transaction history
Inspect available records to better understand incoming and outgoing account activity.
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Device integration
Work with a compatible Ledger hardware wallet when reviewing and authorizing transactions.
Explore Ledger Academy ↗↗ Portfolio estimates can change with market prices, fees, and network activity. Check transaction records and network details when accuracy matters.
03 / BEFORE YOU SEND
Understand every transaction before approval.
Sending cryptocurrency requires attention to details that are easy to overlook. Match the asset, blockchain network, recipient address, and amount to what you intend to send. Network fees can also affect the final transfer.
When using compatible Ledger hardware, follow the on-screen instructions and independently verify transaction information displayed on the device. Approve only when every detail matches your intentions.
04 / GETTING STARTED
Set up with the right source.
Start by confirming where the software comes from and whether it supports your computer.
Open official Ledger site ↗- 01Visit Ledger’s official website and locate its application download page.
- 02Select the desktop version compatible with your operating system.
- 03Download the installer only from the verified official source.
- 04Follow the setup instructions and connect your compatible hardware wallet when prompted.
- 05Review device instructions and verify account details before conducting transactions.
05 / A FEW GOOD HABITS
Designed for responsible
crypto management.
A wallet interface is one part of a secure routine. Slow down, keep software authentic, and make sure you understand what you’re approving.
Download authentically
Use Ledger’s official website and documentation to confirm installers, compatibility, and setup instructions.
Protect your devices
Keep your computer updated and protect access credentials. Inspect addresses carefully before sending.
Take time to verify
Transfers are generally irreversible. Hardware wallets cannot prevent every scam or user mistake.
THE MOST IMPORTANT SECRET
Protect your recovery phrase.
Your recovery phrase can provide access to your crypto accounts. Never publish it, send it to another person, or enter it into an unverified website. Keep it private and securely stored—anyone who obtains it may be able to access your assets.
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MAKE INFORMED DECISIONS
A more considered way to manage your digital assets.
Ledger Live Desktop can help bring supported account information and routine wallet tasks into an accessible workspace. Check feature availability for your region and asset, rely on official documentation, and never invest money you cannot afford to lose.
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