Getting Started Guide — How to Log Into Ledger Live Desktop or App Securely
The **Ledger Live Login** process lets you access your dashboard securely, manage your accounts, send transactions, and monitor your portfolio — all while your private keys remain safely on your Ledger hardware device.
Whether you are using **Ledger Live Desktop** or the **Ledger Live App**, this step‑by‑step guide will walk you through how to log in, how authentication works, and best practices to keep your access secure. We will also reference **Ledger.com/start** as your launching point for setup and updates.
The Ledger Login ensures that even if someone gains access to your computer, they cannot perform transactions without physically approving them on your hardware device.
Ledger Live Login works seamlessly across **Ledger Live Desktop** and **Ledger Live App**, giving you flexible access across platforms.
You can pair your Ledger device with additional security features, ensuring your **Ledger Login** remains robust.
Once logged in, you can resync your accounts, restore from seed (if needed), and maintain continuity between sessions.
Start **Ledger Live Desktop** or launch the **Ledger Live App** on your device.
On the welcome screen, choose **Ledger Live Login** or **Unlock** to initiate the login flow.
Connect your device via USB or (for Nano X) using Bluetooth, then enter your PIN to unlock it.
Your Ledger device will display a prompt requiring physical confirmation (pressing a button) to authorize the login securely.
Once approved, Ledger Live will log you in, load your accounts, and show your portfolio dashboard, transaction history, and more.
View your total balance, asset breakdown, and portfolio performance over time.
Initiate sending or receiving transactions. Each action is signed on your hardware device for security.
Install or remove apps for different cryptocurrencies on your Ledger device through Ledger Live.
Manage settings, update firmware, configure networks, or modify preferences.
“Ledger Login” refers broadly to authenticating access to your Ledger account via your hardware wallet. “Ledger Live Login” is the specific mechanism within Ledger Live (Desktop or App) that prompts the login flow using your hardware device.
No. Ledger Live Login always requires your device to approve the action. Even viewing balances or initiating transactions must be signed by your hardware wallet, ensuring security.
Try switching USB ports or cables, restarting Ledger Live, ensuring your firmware is updated, or reconnecting your device. Also make sure your OS grants permissions for USB access.
Phishing is always a risk, but a genuine Ledger Login requires physical approval on your hardware device. Never enter your recovery phrase or seed online. Always verify you are using official **Ledger Live Desktop** or **Ledger Live App** and that the domain is correct.
Yes. You can use Ledger Live on multiple desktops or mobile apps. However, each session requires the hardware device to approve the login. You cannot circumvent that step.