Ledger Live Desktop — Secure Crypto Management

What is Ledger Live Desktop?

Ledger Live Desktop is the official desktop application for managing Ledger hardware wallets and cryptocurrency assets. It provides a secure, user-friendly interface for sending, receiving, buying, selling, swapping, and staking crypto. Ledger Live Desktop supports over 1800 cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Polkadot, and ERC-20 tokens.

Designed for Windows, macOS, and Linux, Ledger Live Desktop integrates seamlessly with Ledger Nano X and Ledger Nano S Plus. It replaces legacy browser extensions and Chrome apps with a modern, secure environment for crypto management. Users can track their portfolio, verify transactions, and access decentralized apps (dApps) through the Discover section.

Ledger Live Desktop is ideal for beginners and advanced users who want full control over their crypto assets. It ensures that private keys remain on the hardware wallet, never exposed to the internet or software vulnerabilities.

Key Features of Ledger Live Desktop

• Multi-Asset Management: Add and manage accounts for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and 1800+ coins.
• Buy & Sell Crypto: Access integrated on-ramps and off-ramps with competitive rates.
• Swap Cryptocurrencies: Exchange tokens instantly within the app using trusted providers.
• Stake & Earn: Stake supported assets like Ethereum, Polkadot, and Tezos to earn rewards.
• Portfolio Dashboard: Monitor balances, transaction history, and market performance.
• NFT Management: View and manage Ethereum-based NFTs directly in Ledger Live.
• Discover dApps: Explore DeFi, Web3, and NFT platforms securely through Ledger Live.
• Firmware Updates: Keep your Ledger device secure with verified firmware installations.

Security You Can Trust

Ledger Live Desktop is built with security at its core. All sensitive operations — including transaction signing and account creation — are performed on the Ledger hardware wallet. This ensures that private keys never leave the device and are never exposed online.

The app uses encrypted communication, verified firmware, and open-source components to maintain the highest security standards. Ledger Live Desktop also includes phishing protection, device authentication, and recovery phrase verification to safeguard your digital assets.

With Ledger Live Desktop, users benefit from hardware-backed self-custody, giving them full control over their crypto holdings without relying on third-party custodians or centralized exchanges.