Demo — Start Using Ledger Live on Desktop

A clear, secure, step-by-step demo guide to set up Ledger Live on desktop: connect your hardware wallet, initialize accounts, manage your crypto portfolio, swap tokens, stake assets, and protect your private keys.

Quick intro — What Ledger Live on Desktop does

This demo explains how to start using Ledger Live on desktop, a secure wallet app companion that helps you manage cryptocurrencies while keeping private keys safely stored on a hardware device. The desktop app provides portfolio views, transaction history, swap integrations, staking interfaces, and device-backed approvals so you keep custody while enjoying a modern UX.

Desktop-first experience

Optimized for desktop workflows: fast portfolio views, detailed transaction logs, and advanced settings for power users.

Hardware-backed security

Keep your private keys offline on a hardware device—approve sensitive actions on the device screen to prevent remote tampering.

Swap & stake

Integrated swap partners and staking options let you exchange tokens and earn rewards while maintaining device confirmations for all operations.

Step-by-step: Install & get started

  1. Download the desktop app from verified channels only. Verify checksums or signatures when provided.
  2. Install the app and open it. Connect your hardware device via USB or compatible connection.
  3. Follow the pairing prompts: initialize a new wallet or restore from a recovery phrase if you have one.
  4. Create accounts for different blockchains inside the app and allow background sync to populate balances.
  5. Make a small test transaction to verify addresses and device confirmations before moving larger amounts.

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Security & best practices

Protect your recovery phrase

Write your recovery phrase on paper or a certified metal plate and store it in a secure location. Never keep a digital copy or photograph of the seed.

Verify every transaction

Always review transaction details and address fingerprints on the hardware device before approving. This prevents clipboard or UI tampering attacks.

Developer & advanced user notes

Ledger Live exposes APIs and plugins for developers who want to add integrations. Use provided SDKs and rely on device-backed signing to keep private keys secure. For enterprise workflows, consider multi-account and batch transaction features while maintaining hardware confirmations for each critical operation.

// Example: check device connection (demo) fetch('/api/device/status').then(r=>r.json()).then(d=>console.log(d));

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I start Ledger Live on desktop?

Download the desktop installer from verified channels, install, connect your hardware device, and follow the in-app prompts to create or restore a wallet.

2. Will Ledger Live store my private keys?

No. In a hardware-backed model, private keys remain on the device. Ledger Live is an interface that forwards signing requests which must be approved on the device.

3. Can I swap tokens inside the desktop app?

Yes — integrated swap partners allow token exchanges. Always confirm swap details and rates before approving on the device.

4. What if my device is not recognized?

Try a different USB cable/port, restart the app, ensure drivers are up to date, and check OS permissions. Consult official troubleshooting resources for persistent issues.

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