Ledger Live Desktop is the official desktop application from :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} for managing cryptocurrencies securely with Ledger hardware wallets. It allows users to send, receive, and track digital assets while keeping private keys offline.
Ledger Live Desktop is the full-feature desktop version of Ledger Live, designed for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Unlike browser-based or mobile applications, it offers enhanced security, firmware update management, and compatibility with all Ledger device features. The software provides a central hub for portfolio management and cryptocurrency operations directly from your desktop.
Ledger Live Desktop works with all Ledger hardware wallets, including the Ledger Nano X and Ledger Nano S Plus. Connecting your device and entering your PIN unlocks full functionality for portfolio management, transaction processing, and firmware updates.
Ledger Live Desktop combines security with usability. Its main features include portfolio tracking, account management, real-time balances, transaction history review, and integration with third-party applications for staking and DeFi. Every transaction must be verified on the Ledger hardware device, ensuring that no action is authorized without your physical confirmation.
The security of Ledger Live Desktop relies on offline storage of private keys on the hardware wallet. Sensitive operations like transaction signing are confirmed on-device. Firmware updates and software updates ensure the application and hardware remain secure. Optional passphrase protection allows creation of hidden wallets accessible only with the correct combination of device and passphrase.
To install Ledger Live Desktop, download the official application from Ledger.com/start. Install it on your desktop operating system. Connect your Ledger hardware wallet using USB or Bluetooth (Ledger Nano X), then follow the guided setup to install firmware, create a wallet, back up your recovery phrase, and set a PIN.
Ledger Live Desktop supports thousands of digital assets, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, ERC-20 tokens, and other blockchain networks. Regular software updates expand compatibility with new cryptocurrencies and provide ongoing security enhancements.
If your Ledger device is not detected, check the USB connection or Bluetooth functionality. Ensure Ledger Live Desktop is up to date. Restart your computer and reconnect the device. Verify that firmware is current. Following these steps resolves most connectivity and login issues.
Ledger Live Desktop provides a secure, full-featured environment for managing cryptocurrency with Ledger hardware wallets. Combining offline key storage, PIN and passphrase protection, on-device transaction verification, and desktop convenience, it is the ideal solution for users seeking both security and control over their digital assets.