Ledger Live | Secure Crypto Wallet & Portfolio Manager

Overview

What is Ledger Live?

Ledger Live is a native application that pairs with Ledger hardware wallets to let users manage crypto assets securely. It provides transaction signing with a secure element, portfolio tracking, staking support, and an integrated app catalog. With Ledger Live, private keys never leave the device — giving users both convenience and strong security.

Presenter note: emphasize the difference between software-only wallets and Ledger Live's hardware-backed model.

Security Model

Hardware-backed private keys

Ledger Live works as the user interface while the Ledger device stores cryptographic keys inside a secure element. Transaction approval requires a physical action on the device, preventing remote compromise even if the computer is infected. Backup uses a recovery phrase (seed) kept offline — users must store this phrase safely and never share it.

Best practices

Buy devices only from official channels.
Never enter your recovery phrase online.
Enable firmware updates and verify app sources inside Ledger Live.

Features & UX

Portfolio, send/receive, staking, swap

Ledger Live provides a single overview of holdings across supported chains, real-time price updates, sending and receiving flows, staking for supported assets, and built-in swap/bridge integrations. The app catalog lets users install chain apps on their Ledger device.

Cross-platform

Available on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android with secure mobile pairing.

Integration & Ecosystem

Supported networks & partners

Ledger Live supports hundreds of tokens and works with partners (exchanges, staking providers, and dapps) through integrations. This ecosystem expands Ledger Live capabilities while keeping the sensitive signing operation on-device.

Developer / enterprise

Ledger also offers solutions for businesses and developers, including Ledger Enterprise and SDKs.

Onboarding Checklist

Getting started — step by step

Purchase an official Ledger device.
Install Ledger Live and set up your device securely.
Write down your recovery phrase and keep it offline.
Install chain apps via Ledger Live and verify addresses on-device.

Presenter note: show a live demo of creating an account or add a screenshot for clarity.

Common Questions

FAQ highlights

Q: "Can Ledger Live be hacked?" – The application itself can be targeted, but private key operations require device confirmation. Q: "What if I lose my device?" – Use your recovery phrase to restore on a compatible device.

Support

Always reach out to official Ledger support channels — never share recovery details.

Resources & Official Links

10 Official / Essential Ledger Links

Presenter tip: open the support link during Q&A for live help references.