✅ What is ledger.com/start?

ledger.com/start is the official Ledger onboarding page. It guides you through setting up your Ledger hardware wallet (Ledger Nano S Plus, Ledger Nano X, or Ledger Stax) securely, installing Ledger Live, and creating your crypto wallet.

🗂️ Step 1: Unbox and Check Your Ledger Device

  1. Open the box and ensure you received:
    • The Ledger device (Nano S Plus / X / Stax)
    • USB cable
    • Recovery sheets
    • Keychain accessories
    • Getting started guide
  2. Verify your device is genuine:
    • Only buy from ledger.com or an authorized reseller.
    • Check for any signs of tampering.

💻 Step 2: Go to ledger.com/start

  1. Open your web browser.
  2. Visit ledger.com/start.
  3. Click “Get Started”.
  4. Select your device model (Nano S Plus, Nano X, or Stax).
  5. Follow the on-screen instructions to confirm the device is authentic.

⚙️ Step 3: Install Ledger Live

  1. Download Ledger Live, the official app for managing your Ledger device:
    • Available for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.
  2. Install and open Ledger Live.
  3. Click “Get Started”, read and accept Terms.
  4. Click “Set up a new device”.

🔑 Step 4: Set Up Your Ledger Device

  1. Connect your Ledger device to your computer or phone using the USB cable.
  2. Power on the device.
  3. Follow the instructions on the device screen:
    • Choose PIN code: Set a secure PIN (4-8 digits). Never share it.
    • Write down Recovery Phrase: Your 24-word Secret Recovery Phrase will be displayed.
      • Write the words in order on the recovery sheet.
      • Double-check spelling and order.
      • Store it safely offline — this is your backup if your device is lost or stolen.

🔗 Step 5: Verify and Secure

  1. Confirm your Recovery Phrase on the device.
  2. Complete security checklist on Ledger Live.
  3. Your device is now initialized!

💸 Step 6: Add Accounts & Receive Crypto

  1. In Ledger Live:
    • Click “Accounts” > “Add Account”.
    • Choose the crypto you want to manage (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum).
    • Follow the prompts to install the relevant app on your device.
  2. Once the app is installed, create an account for that crypto.
  3. To receive crypto:
    • Click “Receive”.
    • Verify the address on your Ledger device.
    • Share the address securely.

🔒 Tips to Stay Safe

✅ Always store your Recovery Phrase offline, never online. ✅ Never share your 24 words with anyone. ✅ Only trust ledger.com and Ledger Live for updates. ✅ Be cautious of phishing attempts.

📌 Need Help?

If you have any issues, check Ledger’s official support page for troubleshooting, or contact their support team.

🔗 Official Link: ledger.com/start Stay secure, and enjoy your self-custody! 🚀✨

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