What is Ledger Live Download®?
Ledger Live Download® (also referred to as Ledger Wallet™ in Ledger's product naming) is the official companion application for Ledger hardware wallets. It provides a secure interface to view portfolio balances, manage multiple blockchains, install apps on your device, perform swaps or buy crypto through integrated partners, and approve transactions using your hardware device.
Official start page and downloads are hosted on Ledger's site — always verify you are on ledger.com/start before downloading.
Source: Ledger official download/start pages. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
How to download & install Ledger Live Download® (Desktop & Mobile)
- Visit the official page: Go to ledger.com/start and choose your operating system (Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android).
- Download the installer: Select the correct package for your platform and download the installer file.
- Verify signatures (recommended): Ledger publishes checksums and signatures for desktop installers — compare the file hash against the official Ledger Live signatures before running installers.
- Install & pair: Run the installer, open the app, and follow on-screen steps to pair with your Ledger device (USB or Bluetooth depending on device model).
- Update firmware & apps: If prompted, update your device firmware or install blockchain apps inside Ledger Live to support the assets you want to manage.
Official downloads and checksum verification guidance are available on Ledger's site. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
System requirements & compatibility
Ledger Live Desktop supports Windows, macOS and many Linux distributions. Mobile builds are distributed on the App Store and Google Play for iOS and Android devices. For mobile installs use the official app store pages to avoid fake apps. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Security: Best practices when using Ledger Live Download®
- Only download Ledger Live from ledger.com or official app stores. Do not install third-party builds from unknown websites.
- Never enter or share your recovery phrase (seed) with any app, website, or person. Ledger Live will never request your seed.
- Verify installer checksums and signatures before installation — Ledger provides a signatures page so you can confirm authenticity.
- Enable OS security features (system firewall, app signature verification) and keep Ledger Live and device firmware up to date.
- Be alert for fake/clipboard-stealing apps and phishing sites — several macOS-targeted scams have impersonated Ledger Live in the wild; only use official sources. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Ledger's support site contains security advisories and step-by-step verification instructions. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
Troubleshooting & tips
If Ledger Live fails to recognize your device, ensure your USB cable/data port works, your device is unlocked (enter PIN on device), and you have the latest desktop app and firmware. Restarting Ledger Live, reconnecting the device, or reinstalling the desktop app often resolves connectivity issues.
Ledger support has device-specific troubleshooting guides and firmware update instructions. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Versioning & open source resources
Ledger maintains release notes and a public codebase for parts of Ledger Live on GitHub — useful if you need technical details or want to review changelogs and release history. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}