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Find the official starting point
Begin with Ledger's official website rather than relying on links from unknown messages, social posts, or unofficial download pages.
YOUR FIRST STEP, MADE CLEAR
Ledger.com/start
A thoughtful beginning matters when digital assets are involved. Set up with care, verify what matters, and build habits that stay with you.
Take your time. Security begins before your first transaction.
YOUR KEYS, YOUR CONTROL
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READY WHEN YOU ARE
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A MORE THOUGHTFUL START
SECURITY IS A PRACTICE
01 / A SIMPLE BEGINNING
01 BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Your first step
should be the right one.
Getting started with a hardware wallet is different from opening an ordinary online account. A hardware wallet is designed around control of cryptographic assets, so setup deserves more attention than simply downloading an application and clicking through a series of screens.
Ledger.com/start is the natural starting point for people beginning with a Ledger device. Take time to identify the correct software, understand what your device is asking, and learn how recovery information works before storing valuable assets.
Go to Ledger.com/start ↗02 THE FOUNDATIONS
A setup journey
with fewer surprises.
A good setup answers basic questions before they become problems. These four steps lay the groundwork for responsible wallet use.
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Prepare your device
Follow the instructions provided for your specific Ledger device and make sure you understand each stage before moving forward.
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Protect recovery information
Recovery information is extremely sensitive. Treat it as a secret that should never be photographed, uploaded, or shared.
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Verify before you trust
Check the information displayed during important actions and never approve something simply because an application tells you to do so.
✳Pause whenever something feels unfamiliar. You are never expected to rush.Official setup instructions ↗
RECOVERY PHRASE
! NEVER SHARE THESE WORDS
PRIVATE
BY DESIGN
BY DESIGN
03 KEEP THIS PRIVATE
The recovery phrase
is not a password reset.
With many conventional services, forgetting a password can lead to an email-based reset. A wallet's recovery phrase works differently: it can restore access to the wallet, and must be protected with exceptional care.
Never enter it into websites, forms, chat messages, or applications simply because someone claims it is required for verification or support.
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Security reminderLegitimate setup instructions should never require you to publicly reveal your recovery phrase. Keep sensitive recovery information offline and follow the manufacturer's official security guidance.
04 STAY PRESENT
Why the computer screen
isn't the whole story.
The computer can provide the interface through which you manage supported assets and prepare transactions. Your hardware device plays a central role in protecting and authorizing sensitive operations.
Don't blindly trust what appears in a browser or desktop application. When your device provides transaction information for verification, compare the details carefully before approving an action.
A few extra seconds of attention can be more valuable than a fast transaction. Blockchain transactions can be difficult or impossible to reverse, so accuracy matters.
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Pause. Compare. Confirm.Make checking transaction details part of your routine.
EVERY TIME →05 MAKE IT A ROUTINE
A better way to think
about wallet setup.
Setup is not simply an installation task. It is the beginning of a security routine that continues every time you interact with crypto.
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Use official sources when downloading wallet software.
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Keep recovery information private and offline.
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Verify websites before connecting a wallet.
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Review addresses and transaction details before approval.
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Ignore unsolicited requests for recovery phrases or private keys.
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Maintain supported software and devices according to official guidance.
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06 ONE STEP AT A TIME
Start slowly, then
build confidence.
You don't need to understand every part of cryptocurrency before you begin. Learn one concept at a time: first the device, then recovery, then how transactions work. After that, explore the services and assets supported by your setup.
This gradual approach turns an unfamiliar process into a repeatable routine. The goal isn't to get a wallet running as quickly as possible—it's to recognize suspicious requests, protect your recovery information, and make informed decisions.
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YOUR NEXT STEP
Ready to
begin?
For official Ledger setup information, use Ledger's own starting page rather than relying on unofficial instructions or download links.
Go to Ledger.com/start ↗Always verify you're using the genuine Ledger website before entering sensitive information or downloading software.L
FINAL THOUGHT
Security isn't a step you finish.
It's a habit you keep.
A SECURE BEGINNING
CHANGES EVERYTHING
CHANGES EVERYTHING
Ledger.com/start is more than a destination for getting a device ready. It is the first stage of building a responsible relationship with digital assets. Protect your recovery information, verify important actions, use official resources, and never let urgency replace careful judgment.