WHY HARDWARE SECURITY?
The foundation of Ledger security is the Secure Element (SE), a specialized hardware chip designed specifically to protect sensitive information from sophisticated attacks. By isolating your private keys in a cold, physical environment, the SE ensures that your digital assets remain immune to online threats, providing a level of security that software-based solutions simply cannot match. This clinical, high-tech approach acts as an impenetrable barrier, keeping your keys offline and secure at all times.
GET STARTED
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DOWNLOAD LIVE
Visit ledger.com/start and download the official Ledger Live app. This central interface allows you to manage assets and initialize your hardware security.
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INIT DEVICE
Connect your hardware wallet to your computer and follow the on-screen instructions to initialize your new device and establish your unique security profile.
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BACKUP WORDS
Generate your 24-word recovery phrase. Write each word carefully on your physical recovery sheet. This is your master key—keep it offline at all times.
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ENABLE SECURITY
Set your PIN code and complete the final security check. You are now ready to install apps and manage digital assets with professional-grade protection.
Security Architecture
Secure Element Chip
The industry-standard Secure Element (SE) chip serves as a tamper-resistant vault for your private keys, keeping them isolated from online vulnerabilities.
BOLOS Proprietary OS
Our custom-built Blockchain Open Ledger Operating System ensures total isolation between hardware apps and your private keys, providing a hardened layer of defense.
Trusted Display Verification
Manually verify every transaction address on the device's physical screen. Secure visual confirmation ensures that what you see is exactly what you sign.
COMMON QUESTIONS
HOW DO I INITIALIZE MY LEDGER DEVICE?
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To get started, visit Ledger.com/start to download Ledger Live. Connect your device via USB, set a strong PIN code, and carefully record your 24-word recovery phrase on the provided physical card. This phrase is your only backup.
IS LEDGER LIVE COMPATIBLE WITH MOBILE?
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Yes, Ledger Live is available for both iOS and Android. You can connect your Ledger Nano X via Bluetooth or use an OTG cable with the Ledger Nano S Plus to manage your assets on the go with peak security.
HOW DO I SECURE MY RECOVERY PHRASE?
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Never share your 24 words with anyone. Never enter them into any computer, app, or website. Store your recovery card in a fireproof and waterproof location. Ledger will never ask for your recovery phrase.
HOW TO UPDATE FIRMWARE SAFELY?
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Access the My Ledger tab within the Ledger Live app. If an update is available, follow the on-screen instructions. Ensure you have your recovery phrase nearby as a precaution before initiating any technical updates.
