Ledger Live is built to be the approachable gateway between you and your crypto assets — providing a single place to check balances, send and receive coins, manage apps on your hardware device, and connect to decentralized apps. This page outlines the user experience, important security considerations, and a clear call-to-action for new users.
See your entire crypto portfolio at a glance. Ledger Live aggregates balances across accounts and devices so you can quickly understand holdings and performance without switching apps.
All private keys remain on your hardware device. Ledger Live acts as a friendly interface — transactions are reviewed and confirmed on the hardware wallet itself.
Whether on your laptop or your phone, Ledger Live provides consistent flows for sending, receiving, staking, and managing apps — with responsive UI and familiar patterns across platforms.
Easily install or remove cryptocurrency apps on your Ledger hardware from Ledger Live. It simplifies maintenance and keeps device storage tidy.
Ledger Live is intentionally structured so the most sensitive operations happen on the hardware device itself. The app communicates with the device to build transactions, but private keys never leave the hardware. Below are practical security recommendations and an explanation of how Ledger Live fits into a secure workflow.
Ledger Live separates the UI layer from the secure element hardware. The app helps craft transactions and shows human-friendly information; the hardware device performs the final signing. That separation reduces the attack surface and gives you a physical confirmation step before funds move.
The experience on desktop and mobile is intentionally aligned but optimized for each environment. Desktop is excellent for deeper account management, app updates, and bulk operations. Mobile is optimized for quick checks, on-the-go sends/receives, and notifications. Both support account syncing through a secure pairing process.
Best for: firmware updates, app installations, detailed transaction reviews, and portfolio analysis. The larger screen makes reconciling multiple accounts straightforward.
Best for: quick balance checks, fast send/receive, push notifications, and managing a casual or travel-ready setup. Mobile pairing is secure and typically uses QR or Bluetooth when supported.
Below are practical tips for people who are new to Ledger Live or want to improve their workflow.
No — private keys are kept on the hardware device. Ledger Live only facilitates transaction creation and display.
Yes, the mobile app supports most of the same functionality as desktop for sending/receiving, staking, and managing accounts. Certain device-level actions (like firmware updates) are typically easier on desktop.
Ledger Live offers a clear, cross-platform experience for managing crypto with hardware-backed security. Whether you're a new user or an experienced holder, the app's combination of a friendly interface and the security-first approach of a hardware wallet provides a practical compromise between usability and protection. Use the checklist above, start with small transactions, and keep your recovery credentials offline and secure.