Ledger Live Desktop

Manage, secure and grow your crypto from your desktop — hardware wallet required.

A single, secure desktop app for hardware-backed crypto management

Ledger Live Desktop connects with your Ledger hardware wallet to let you store, send, receive, and stake thousands of cryptocurrencies securely. The desktop app gives you full control of your private keys, an intuitive portfolio dashboard, and built-in app and firmware management.

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Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Works with Ledger Nano S, Nano X, and newer devices.

Security-first design

Hardware-backed private keys • Local signing • Verified transactions

Ledger Live Desktop is designed around the principle that your keys never leave your hardware device. Transactions are prepared on your desktop and signed on the Ledger device, keeping private keys offline. The application verifies app signatures and firmware versions, and gives clear prompts for transaction review.

  • Private keys stored on device, not on your computer.
  • Transaction details shown both on-screen and on the physical device for verification.
  • Automatic firmware update checks and app integrity verification.

Portfolio and insights

Snapshot of holdings • Performance tracking • Price alerts

The portfolio dashboard aggregates your accounts and displays real-time balances, performance over time, and asset allocation. Use built-in analytics to track gains/losses, export statements, or set price alerts to stay informed about market moves affecting your holdings.

Send, receive, and manage accounts

Multi-currency support • Derivation path handling

Create, import, or manage multiple accounts across many chains. Receive funds via generated addresses (validated by your device), send with advanced gas controls where supported, and monitor pending transactions. Support includes major chains and many ERC-20 tokens as well as native staking and governance features where available.

Staking & Earning

Stake supported assets from the app

Earn rewards by staking supported cryptocurrencies directly from Ledger Live Desktop. The app guides you through delegation and redelegation decisions while the Ledger device signs on-chain operations for maximum safety. Staking features include estimated rewards and lockup information when applicable.

Integrations and third-party apps

Ledger Live Desktop integrates with a curated selection of third-party providers and decentralized applications. Use the built-in manager to install applications on your Ledger device for specific networks, and use those apps to interact with DeFi, NFTs, and other services while keeping signing isolated on your hardware.

  • Install network apps (e.g., Ethereum, Bitcoin) directly on your device.
  • Connect with web and desktop dApps through secure connectors where supported.
  • Export transaction history for tax reporting and accounting tools.

Getting started — quick steps

  1. Download and install Ledger Live Desktop from the official site.
  2. Open the app and follow the setup wizard to create a new Ledger device or connect an existing one.
  3. Install network apps from the Manager and add accounts to your portfolio.
  4. Receive funds to verified addresses, and sign transactions on your hardware device.

FAQ

Do I need a Ledger hardware wallet to use Ledger Live Desktop?

Yes — Ledger Live Desktop is designed to work with Ledger hardware. The hardware wallet holds your private keys and signs transactions.

Can I use Ledger Live to manage NFTs?

Some NFT management is supported through integrated features and third-party connectors. NFT workflows vary by chain and provider.

Is my recovery phrase stored by Ledger?

No. Your recovery phrase is only known to you and should be stored offline. Ledger cannot restore your accounts without it.