The official desktop application for managing your Ledger hardware wallet and cryptocurrency portfolio with maximum security.
Download Ledger LiveLedger Live Desktop is the official companion application for Ledger hardware wallets, providing a secure and intuitive interface to manage your cryptocurrency assets. Designed to work seamlessly with Ledger Nano S, Nano S Plus, and Nano X devices, this desktop application serves as your gateway to the world of cryptocurrencies while keeping your private keys protected within the hardware wallet.
Unlike web-based wallets that expose your private keys to internet-connected devices, Ledger Live Desktop maintains the security model of cold storage while offering the convenience of a modern financial application. The application communicates with your Ledger device to securely sign transactions without ever exposing your private keys to your computer.
Get a comprehensive view of your entire cryptocurrency portfolio with real-time balance tracking and performance metrics across all your accounts.
Send and receive cryptocurrencies with confidence. All transactions require physical confirmation on your Ledger device for maximum security.
Purchase cryptocurrencies directly through the app using various payment methods or sell your assets and have funds sent to your bank account.
Earn rewards on your crypto holdings through staking and other earning programs directly within the application.
Manage over 1,800 cryptocurrencies and tokens including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Polkadot, and many others in a single interface.
View and manage your NFT collections directly within Ledger Live, with support for Ethereum and Polygon-based NFTs.
Ledger Live Desktop is built with security as the foundational principle, working in tandem with your Ledger hardware wallet to provide unparalleled protection for your digital assets.
Your private keys never leave your Ledger device. All transaction signing happens within the secure element of the hardware wallet, isolated from internet-connected devices.
Ledger Live automatically verifies that your Ledger device is genuine and hasn't been tampered with, ensuring you're using an authentic product.
The application receives frequent updates to address potential vulnerabilities and add support for new security features.
Many components of Ledger Live are open source, allowing for community review and transparency in the security implementation.
Access official Ledger resources to ensure you're always using legitimate software and getting accurate information.
Ledger Live Desktop is available for the following operating systems:
Compatible with Windows 10 and Windows 11 (64-bit versions only). Requires administrator privileges for installation.
Compatible with macOS 10.14 (Mojave) and later versions. Both Intel and Apple Silicon Macs are supported.
Available as an AppImage for most modern Linux distributions. Requires USB access for hardware wallet connectivity.