Ledger Live Desktop is the bridge between your hardware wallet and the wider crypto ecosystem. It enables secure account management, on-chain operations, and access to DeFi and Web3 services while keeping private keys offline on your Ledger device.
Ledger Live Desktop acts as a unified interface to view balances, send and receive assets, swap tokens, stake supported coins, and install apps on Ledger hardware devices. It presents a single, audited interface for everyday self-custody operations while relying on the secure element inside Ledger devices for private key protection.
The security model separates the user interface from the sensitive cryptographic material. Private keys never leave the secure element. Ledger’s “trusted display” and clear signing flow reduce phishing and UI-manipulation risks by ensuring transaction details are verified on the device screen before approval.
Always download Ledger Live from official sources, verify signatures when available, keep device firmware up to date, and never share recovery phrases with anyone. If an interface or installer asks for a seed phrase, treat it as a scam.
Multi-asset account support, live portfolio overview, historical activity, and performance charts help users monitor holdings across dozens of blockchains and tokens in one place.
Aggregated on-ramp and swap partners allow users to buy crypto, exchange assets, and stake supported tokens without exposing private keys. Third-party integrations are sandboxed by Ledger Live.
Ledger provides signed installers and hashes for integrity checks; enterprise and developer tooling (including Ledger Vault and partner integrations) extend capabilities while preserving self-custody and multi-approval flows.
Extensive support articles, release notes, and the Ledger Academy explain setup, troubleshooting, and security hardening steps for both novice and advanced users.
Ledger Live Desktop® pairs a modern UX with hardware-backed security. For individuals and organizations prioritizing self-custody, it streamlines daily crypto tasks while minimizing exposure of private keys. Always prefer official downloads and follow Ledger’s published best practices to reduce risk.