Master Your Digital Assets with Ledger Live
The secure gateway to your crypto ecosystem. Manage, stake, and grow your portfolio with the industry standard in security.
Supported on Windows, macOS, and Linux
The Ultimate Crypto Dashboard
Everything you need to manage your digital independence in one secure place.
Fortress Security
Your private keys never leave your Ledger device. Ledger Live acts as a secure interface, ensuring your assets remain offline and unhackable.
5,500+ Assets
Manage Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and thousands of other coins and tokens across multiple blockchains from a single unified dashboard.
Real-time Portfolio
Track your portfolio performance with real-time price feeds, historical charts, and detailed breakdowns of your asset allocation.
Staking & Rewards
Put your crypto to work. Stake ETH, SOL, ATOM, and more directly through Ledger Live to earn passive rewards securely.
DeFi & Web3 Access
Connect to decentralized applications (dApps) securely. Swap, lend, and borrow without compromising your security.
Buy & Sell
Purchase crypto with fiat or sell your assets directly within the app through our trusted partners like MoonPay and Coinify.
Why Ledger Live Desktop is the Industry Standard
In the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrency, security and usability often find themselves at odds.Ledger Live Desktop bridges this gap, offering a sophisticated interface that communicates seamlessly with your Ledger hardware wallet. Unlike software wallets (hot wallets) that store private keys on an internet-connected device, Ledger Live ensures that your keys remain isolated within the secure element of your hardware device.
This architecture provides the "cold storage" security benefits while delivering a "hot wallet" user experience. Whether you are a seasoned trader managing a diverse portfolio or a newcomer making your first Bitcoin purchase, the desktop application provides the granular control and visual real-estate needed for serious asset management.
Uncompromising Security Architecture
At the core of the Ledger ecosystem is the principle of verification. Ledger Live Desktop does not blindly execute transactions; it prepares them. The actual signing of the transaction happens only on your Ledger Nano S Plus, Nano X, or Stax device, and only after you have physically verified the details on the device's trusted screen.
- Private keys never exposed to the computer
- Physical confirmation for all outgoing transactions
- Genuine Check verifies device authenticity
- Open-source application code for transparency
A Unified Web3 Gateway
The modern crypto landscape extends far beyond simple holding.Ledger Live Desktop has evolved into a comprehensive Web3 browser and management tool. Through the "Discover" section, users can access a curated list of decentralized applications (dApps). This integration allows you to interact with DeFi protocols, NFT marketplaces, and other blockchain services without the security risks associated with browser extensions.
For NFT collectors, the dedicated gallery view on desktop offers a rich visual experience. You can view, send, and receive Ethereum and Polygon NFTs with full metadata display, ensuring you know exactly what you are signing before you approve a transfer.
Portfolio Intelligence & Management
Managing a diverse portfolio across multiple exchanges and wallets can be a logistical nightmare. Ledger Live Desktop centralizes this data. By adding your accounts for Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple, and hundreds of other chains, you get a consolidated view of your net worth.
The application provides historical price graphs, counter-value settings (viewing your portfolio in USD, EUR, JPY, etc.), and the ability to export operation history for tax reporting purposes. This level of detail is particularly beneficial on the desktop version, where the larger screen real estate allows for more complex data visualization compared to mobile alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ledger Live Desktop and security.
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