Ledger® Setup Guide: Security First from Unboxing to Self-Custody

Ledger.com/start® is your exclusive gateway to activating the world's most trusted hardware wallet. This official onboarding portal ensures your Nano X™, Nano S Plus™, or Stax™ device is initialized with military-grade security protocols. Follow this definitive guide to achieve true digital sovereignty.

Phase 1: Unboxing & Verification

  1. Check Tamper-Evident Seals
    • Nano X/Stax: Holographic sticker on device
    • Nano S Plus: Shrink-wrapped box Compromised seals? Contact support immediately
  2. Contents Verification:
    • Hardware wallet
    • Recovery sheet (3 cards)
    • USB-C cable (USB-A adapter for Nano S Plus)
    • Keychain strap (Stax only)

Phase 2: Device Initialization

Step 1: Connect & Power

Step 2: Navigate to Ledger.com/start®

Step 3: Configure Device

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Set Device Name

Generate 24-Word Recovery Phrase

Write Phrase on Cards

Verify Phrase Order

Set 4-8 Digit PIN

Critical Security Protocol:

Phase 3: Ledger Live® Integration

  1. Download Ledger Live®
    • Desktop: ledger.com/ledger-live
    • Mobile: App Store/Google Play ("Ledger Live")
  2. Verify Installer (Desktop):
    • Windows: Check SHA256 hash
    • macOS: Validate notarization
  3. Pair Device:
    • Connect unlocked device (PIN entered on hardware)
    • Pass "Genuine Check" – validates Secure Element®

Ledger Live® Ecosystem Explained

PlatformKey FeaturesSecurity ProtocolLedger Live DesktopPortfolio tracking • Staking • NFT managementDevice-confirmed transactionsLedger Live AppMobile balance checks • QR receiveBluetooth encryption (Nano X/Stax)Ledger.com AccountDevice orders • Support tickets2FA enforced

Login Hierarchy:

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Ledger.com Account → Email + 2FA (supports security keys)  Ledger Live® → Local password (optional)  Device Access → PIN on hardware screen

Critical First Actions in Ledger Live®

  1. Install Blockchain Apps:
    • Go to "Manager" tab
    • Install apps for owned crypto (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum) Note: Apps ≠ coins – your assets remain on-chain
  2. Add Accounts:
    • "Accounts" → "+ Add account" → Select cryptocurrency
    • Device verification required
  3. Enable Staking:
    • ETH: ~3.5% APR
    • DOT: ~12% APR
    • ADA: ~3% APR

Bluetooth Security (Nano X/Stax)

FAQ: Ledger.com/start® Edition

Q1: Can I recover funds without the 24-word phrase?

Impossible. The phrase is your ultimate backup. Ledger® has no access. Loss = permanent fund loss.

Q2: Is Bluetooth pairing safe on public Wi-Fi?

Yes. Encryption prevents MITM attacks. For maximum security:

  • Use mobile data
  • Confirm codes on both screens
  • Disable after use

Q3: How to verify genuine hardware?

Ledger Live® runs cryptographic checks:

  1. Validates Secure Element® certificate
  2. Confirms firmware signature Fails if counterfeit chip detected

Q4: Can I use multiple devices with one Ledger Live®?

Yes. Add devices via: Settings → Devices → "Add new device" Each requires its own recovery phrase.

Q5: What if my Ledger Live® password is compromised?

Your crypto remains safe. The password only encrypts local data. Funds require physical device access + PIN.

Q6: How to stake Solana (SOL)?

  1. Install Solana app via Manager
  2. Add SOL account
  3. Go to "Earn" → Select validator
  4. Confirm delegation on device

Security Best Practices

  1. Recovery Phrase Protocol:
    • Engrave on steel plates (e.g., Cryptosteel)
    • Store fragments in separate bank vaults
  2. Transaction Verification:
    • Always match recipient address on device screen
    • Reject altered addresses
  3. Phishing Defense:
    • Never input recovery phrase online
    • Bookmark Ledger.com/start®
    • Verify sender domain (@ledger.fr only)

The Ledger® Advantage

Conclusion: Where Digital Sovereignty Begins Ledger.com/start® isn't just setup – it's your initiation into uncompromised self-custody. By:

  1. Physically writing your 24-word phrase
  2. Validating Ledger Live® installers
  3. Verifying transactions on device screens ...you ensure private keys never touch internet-connected devices.

"Your recovery sheet isn't paper – it's titanium-reinforced security. Guard it like the master key to your digital kingdom." – Ledger® Security Principle

Begin Secure Setup | Download Ledger Live® | Verify Device Authenticity

Remember: Ledger® will never ask for your recovery phrase. Always navigate directly to bookmarked URLs. Your device screen is the ultimate authority. 🔒

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