Ledger Live Desktop is the official companion application for Ledger hardware wallets, providing a secure and intuitive interface to manage your cryptocurrency portfolio. This powerful desktop application allows you to seamlessly interact with your Ledger Nano S, Nano S Plus, or Nano X device while keeping your private keys protected within the hardware wallet's secure element.
With Ledger Live Desktop, you can check your balances, send and receive cryptocurrencies, buy crypto with fiat currency, stake your assets to earn rewards, and access a growing ecosystem of decentralized applications - all while maintaining the highest security standards in the industry.
Get a comprehensive view of all your cryptocurrency holdings in one place with real-time balance tracking and portfolio performance analytics.
Send and receive hundreds of cryptocurrencies with the peace of mind that your private keys never leave your hardware wallet.
Buy cryptocurrencies directly through Ledger Live using various payment methods, with assets sent straight to your secure hardware wallet.
Earn rewards by staking supported cryptocurrencies directly from your Ledger device, with no need to transfer assets to third-party platforms.
Safely interact with decentralized applications across multiple blockchains while maintaining full control of your assets.
Create and manage multiple accounts for different cryptocurrencies, organizing your portfolio according to your preferences.
Ledger Live Desktop is designed with security as the foundational principle, working in tandem with your Ledger hardware wallet to provide unparalleled protection for your digital assets.
All sensitive operations require physical confirmation on your Ledger device, ensuring that even if your computer is compromised, your assets remain secure. The application itself never has access to your private keys, which are stored exclusively in your hardware wallet's secure element.
Ledger Live Desktop supports over 1,800 cryptocurrency assets and continues to expand its compatibility. The application provides native support for major cryptocurrencies including:
Additionally, thousands of ERC-20, BEP-20, and other token standards are supported through their respective blockchain integrations.
Ledger Live Desktop is available for the following operating systems:
Compatible with Windows 10 (version 1809 or later) and Windows 11. Requires 64-bit architecture.
Requires macOS 10.14 (Mojave) or later with 64-bit Intel or Apple Silicon processors.
Available as an AppImage for most modern Linux distributions (Ubuntu 18.04+, Fedora 29+, etc.).
All versions require a USB port to connect your Ledger device and an internet connection for synchronization and transaction broadcasting.
This informational page is for educational purposes only. The content provided describes the features and functionality of Ledger Live Desktop but does not constitute financial advice.
Cryptocurrency investments are subject to high market risk. The value of your investment may go down as well as up. Ledger does not provide financial advice and strongly recommends that you conduct your own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
Always ensure you are downloading Ledger Live from the official Ledger website to avoid phishing attempts and malware. Never share your 24-word recovery phrase with anyone, and store it securely offline. Ledger will never ask for your recovery phrase.
The security of your assets depends on properly using your Ledger device in conjunction with Ledger Live. Follow all security best practices outlined in the official documentation.