Ledger® Live: Download

Official Ledger Live — download the desktop & mobile apps to securely manage your Ledger hardware wallet.

Download Ledger Live — desktop & mobile

Ledger Live is the official companion application for Ledger hardware wallets. Use it to initialize your device, install blockchain apps, add accounts, send/receive assets, update device firmware, and access Ledger services. Always download Ledger Live from the official Ledger website to avoid tampered installers.

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Official releases

Ledger publishes signed installers and release notes. Check signatures and release notes to ensure authenticity.

Cross-platform

Available for macOS, Windows, and Linux; mobile versions for iOS and Android.

Secure updates

Ledger Live coordinates firmware updates and validates firmware signatures before applying them on your device.

Download & install — step-by-step

Follow these steps to safely download and install Ledger Live on your platform.

1. Choose your platform

Visit the official download page and select Desktop (macOS/Windows/Linux) or Mobile (iOS/Android). Do not download Ledger Live from third-party sites or mirrors.

2. Verify file integrity

Ledger provides checksums and signed installers with release notes. Verify the checksum (SHA256) of the downloaded file and compare against the official value on the site to ensure it has not been tampered with.

3. Install and run

  1. Open the installer and follow OS prompts.
  2. On first run, Ledger Live may ask for permission to install helper components — accept if you trust the source.
  3. Keep Ledger Live updated by applying official updates when prompted.

4. Pair your Ledger device

Connect your Ledger hardware wallet to your computer using a USB cable (or Bluetooth for supported models). Ledger Live will guide you through device initialization or restoration from seed.

Quick install (macOS/Windows):
1. Download the Desktop installer from ledger.com/start
2. Open the installer and follow prompts
3. Launch Ledger Live and connect your Ledger device
4. Initialize or restore and install blockchain apps via Manager

How to verify Ledger Live downloads

Verification prevents running tampered installers. Ledger provides checksums and GPG-signed release notes for each release. Follow the platform-specific verification steps below.

macOS & Linux

Use sha256sum or shasum to compute the checksum and confirm it matches the official checksum on the download page. For advanced users, verify GPG signatures if available.

Windows

Use certutil or PowerShell to compute SHA256 and compare with official values. Always ensure the installer is downloaded over HTTPS from the official domain.

Mobile

Install Ledger Live mobile only from the official App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android) and verify developer details. Avoid installing APKs from unknown sources.

Security notes for downloading

  • Always confirm you are on the official ledger.com domain before downloading.
  • Do not follow unsolicited download links from emails, social posts, or support chats.
  • Beware of phishing pages that mimic Ledger's site — check certificate details and URL carefully.
  • When in doubt, navigate to the site manually rather than clicking links.

Using Ledger Live after download

After installing Ledger Live, you can initialize your device, install blockchain apps from the Manager, add accounts, and start sending/receiving crypto. Ledger Live also offers portfolio overview, staking options for supported assets, and integration with partner services.

Install apps & add accounts

  1. Open Manager in Ledger Live and install the blockchain apps required (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum).
  2. Go to Accounts → Add account, select the blockchain, and follow prompts.
  3. Verify addresses and transactions on your Ledger device before confirming.

Firmware updates

Ledger Live will notify you of firmware updates for your device. Firmware updates are signed; Ledger Live verifies signatures before updating. Do not attempt to update firmware using unofficial tools.

FAQ — downloads & installation

Where do I download Ledger Live?

Download Ledger Live from the official Ledger site (ledger.com/start) and follow platform instructions. Do not download from unknown mirrors or links shared in unsolicited messages.

How do I verify a download?

Compute the SHA256 checksum of the downloaded installer using platform tools (sha256sum, shasum, certutil) and compare to the official checksum displayed on the Ledger website. Advanced users may verify GPG-signed release notes if available.

Can I install Ledger Live on multiple computers?

Yes — Ledger Live can be installed on multiple devices. Your private keys remain on the Ledger hardware device and are not replicated by installing the app. Protect your recovery seed and PIN.

What if the installer is blocked by my OS?

On macOS or Windows, the OS may flag an unknown developer or block execution. Verify the download authenticity and follow OS guidance to allow the installer if you trust the source. Avoid bypassing warnings for unverified files.