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Getting Started with Ledger at Ledger.com/Start

Ledger is a leading provider of hardware wallets designed to secure and manage cryptocurrency assets. To get started with your Ledger device, follow the steps outlined below.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Visit Ledger.com/Start

2. Choose Your Ledger Device

  • Select the model of your Ledger device (Ledger Nano S, Ledger Nano S Plus, or Ledger Nano X).

3. Download Ledger Live

  • Ledger Live is the official software to manage your Ledger hardware wallet.

    • Click on the download button for your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux).

    • For mobile devices, go to the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android) and search for "Ledger Live."

4. Install Ledger Live

  • For Desktop:

    • Windows: Run the downloaded installer and follow the setup instructions.

    • macOS: Open the downloaded .dmg file and drag the Ledger Live app to your Applications folder.

    • Linux: Follow the specific installation instructions provided for your Linux distribution.

  • For Mobile:

    • Open the App Store or Google Play Store and install the Ledger Live app.

Setting Up Ledger Live

1. Launch Ledger Live

  • Open the Ledger Live application on your desktop or mobile device.

2. Initialize the Application

  • Choose "Get Started" to begin the setup process.

3. Select Your Ledger Device

  • Choose your Ledger device model (Ledger Nano S, Ledger Nano S Plus, or Ledger Nano X).

4. Connect Your Ledger Device

  • For Desktop: Use the provided USB cable to connect your Ledger hardware wallet to your computer.

  • For Mobile: Connect your Ledger device via Bluetooth (Ledger Nano X) or using an OTG cable (Ledger Nano S, Ledger Nano S Plus).

Setting Up Your Ledger Device

1. Set Up as New Device or Restore from Recovery Phrase

  • Set Up as New Device:

    • Follow the prompts to create a PIN code on your Ledger device.

    • Write down the 24-word recovery phrase displayed on your device on the provided recovery sheet. This phrase is crucial for recovering your wallet if the device is lost or damaged.

  • Restore from Recovery Phrase:

    • Choose the option to restore your device and enter your 24-word recovery phrase.

2. Install Firmware

  • Ledger Live will check if your device's firmware is up to date. Follow the prompts to install any available updates.

Adding Accounts in Ledger Live

1. Add Accounts

  • Navigate to "Accounts" and click "Add Account."

  • Select the cryptocurrency you want to add.

  • Follow the prompts to allow Ledger Live to communicate with your Ledger device.

  • The account will be added and displayed in the Ledger Live interface.

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