The ultimate desktop companion for your Ledger hardware wallet. Manage, track, and secure your cryptocurrency portfolio with military-grade protection.
Everything you need to manage your cryptocurrency portfolio with confidence and security
Monitor all your crypto assets in one secure dashboard with real-time portfolio tracking and performance analytics.
Seamlessly connect your Ledger hardware wallet for maximum security while managing your digital assets.
Access live market prices, charts, and trading insights to make informed investment decisions.
Complete transaction records with detailed history, status tracking, and exportable reports for accounting.
Manage Bitcoin, Ethereum, and thousands of cryptocurrencies and tokens from a single interface.
Your private keys never leave your hardware device, ensuring maximum protection against online threats.
Ledger Live Desktop implements a zero-trust security architecture where your private keys never leave your hardware device. Every transaction requires physical confirmation on your Ledger wallet, creating an impenetrable barrier against cyber threats, malware, and phishing attacks.
Our open-source codebase is audited by leading security researchers worldwide. Combined with Ledger's Secure Element chip technology, your assets remain protected even if your computer is compromised. Experience peace of mind knowing your cryptocurrency holdings are secured by the same technology trusted by millions globally.
Private keys stored on tamper-proof hardware
Every transaction verified on device screen
PIN codes, recovery phrases, and biometrics
Understanding your cryptocurrency management workflow from setup to execution
Begin your journey by downloading Ledger Live Desktop from the official website and installing it on your computer. Connect your Ledger hardware wallet using the provided USB cable and unlock it with your secure PIN code. The application automatically detects your device and initiates a secure connection protocol.
During setup, you'll install cryptocurrency applications directly onto your hardware wallet. Each blockchain requires its own app – Bitcoin, Ethereum, Cardano, and thousands more are available. Ledger Live guides you through this process with clear instructions, ensuring your device is properly configured for the assets you want to manage.
Once configured, Ledger Live displays your complete cryptocurrency portfolio in a unified dashboard. Real-time market data updates automatically, showing current values, 24-hour changes, and historical performance charts. You can add multiple accounts for each cryptocurrency, organizing your holdings by purpose or strategy.
The portfolio view aggregates all your assets into a comprehensive overview, calculating total value in your preferred fiat currency. Advanced analytics help you understand asset allocation, track performance over time, and identify trends. Export detailed reports for tax purposes or personal record-keeping with just a few clicks.
Sending cryptocurrency is streamlined yet secure. Enter the recipient's address, specify the amount, and review network fees. Before any transaction executes, Ledger Live sends the details to your hardware wallet. You must physically verify and approve each transaction on the device's screen, confirming the destination address and amount match your intentions.
This verification step is crucial – even if malware compromises your computer and alters the transaction, you'll see the true destination on your Ledger device. Only after your physical approval does the hardware wallet sign the transaction using your private keys, which never leave the secure chip. The signed transaction then broadcasts to the blockchain network.
Everything you need to know about Ledger Live Desktop