Secure Access to Your Ledger Wallet
Ledger Live is the official desktop and mobile application developed by Ledger to manage your crypto assets securely. Logging into Ledger Live is not like traditional username/password systems — it’s hardware-based and relies on your physical Ledger device. The login process is a gateway to managing cryptocurrencies, tokens, and NFTs across multiple blockchain networks, all while maintaining self-custody and high-level security.
Whether you’re checking your balance, staking assets, or interacting with Web3 apps, the Ledger Live login is the first and most critical step to ensure your digital assets are accessed securely.
Ledger Live does not use cloud-based logins or passwords. Instead, it requires users to connect their Ledger hardware wallet (Ledger Nano S, Nano X, or Nano S Plus). The login process includes verifying your identity through the physical device, ensuring that only the rightful owner can access the wallet.
Once verified, the app syncs your accounts and portfolio. You are now logged in and can manage your digital assets.
Ledger’s login process is designed with security as the top priority. Unlike hot wallets, your private keys are never exposed or stored online. They remain secured inside the secure element (SE) chip of your Ledger device.
Every login and transaction must be physically verified on the hardware wallet, making phishing and remote attacks nearly impossible. Even if your computer is compromised, the attacker cannot access your funds without physical access to your Ledger device.
Additionally, Ledger Live does not store or collect personal login data, ensuring privacy and minimizing data breaches.
If the device is not recognized, ensure firmware and Ledger Live are both updated to the latest version.
Ledger Live not detecting your device?
App stuck on “Allow Ledger Manager”?
Open the “Settings” > “Security” menu on the device and make sure "Ledger Manager" is allowed.
Ledger Live crashing on login?
The mobile version of Ledger Live supports Bluetooth login for Ledger Nano X devices. Here’s how it works:
You can use the same wallet on both desktop and mobile, keeping everything in sync across platforms.
Unlike wallets that require email and passwords, Ledger Live avoids server-side authentication entirely. This eliminates one of the most vulnerable aspects of digital finance: centralized data storage.
With Ledger, you truly own your keys and your crypto. The login process emphasizes:
Here are key best practices for securing your Ledger Live login process: