Ledger Live Desktop gives you full control of your digital assets in one intuitive interface. Track, buy, sell, swap, stake, and manage crypto while your private keys remain safely inside your Ledger device.
Ledger Live Desktop is the official application built by Ledger to simplify digital asset management while maintaining industry-leading security. Designed for both beginners and advanced users, it unifies all your crypto actions in a single, verified environment.
After installing, connect your Ledger hardware wallet via USB. Ledger Live will automatically detect your device and prompt firmware or app updates if needed. You can easily install coin apps directly from the Manager section without exposing any private keys.
The Portfolio tab provides real-time balance and market data so you can monitor performance at a glance. Whether you hold Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, or a diverse basket of assets, your holdings update live while private keys remain isolated on your device chip.
Integrated Buy and Swap services allow purchasing crypto through trusted partners and exchanging assets across chains. Staking options for coins such as Tezos, Polkadot, and Ethereum let you earn rewards securely — validation is confirmed directly on your Ledger screen.
Security is central: every operation requires confirmation on the physical device display, eliminating malware risk. Your recovery phrase never leaves the hardware. Ledger Live communicates with blockchain nodes via encrypted channels, maintaining confidentiality of transaction data.
Regular updates introduce new coins, UI improvements, and enhanced analytics. You can customize portfolio views, enable dark or light mode, and set price alerts. The desktop version runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux, giving a unified experience across operating systems.
Getting started is simple: download Ledger Live from the official Ledger site, verify the installation signature, plug in your device, and follow on-screen steps to synchronize accounts. Never download from unofficial sources. If you already use the mobile app, you can sync portfolios securely via Ledger Cloud or manually connect wallets.
Ledger Live Desktop combines convenience and hardware-level protection, giving you peace of mind while you explore decentralized finance, NFTs, and staking ecosystems. Keep firmware updated, store your recovery phrase offline, and enjoy a truly secure crypto management experience.