> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Ledger Live Desktop® — Getting Started 

Explore Ledger Live Desktop for managing your crypto assets, checking account activity, and accessing essential wallet features.

# Ledger Live Desktop: Features, Setup, and Safe Use

**Ledger Live Desktop** is a desktop application designed to help users manage compatible Ledger hardware wallets and interact with their digital assets from a computer. It provides a centralized interface for viewing portfolio information, managing supported accounts, and accessing selected cryptocurrency services.

## What Is Ledger Live Desktop?

Ledger Live Desktop acts as a companion application for Ledger hardware wallets. After connecting a compatible device, users can view supported assets, check account balances, review transactions, and manage certain wallet functions through the desktop interface.

**Key highlights include:**

* **Desktop-based management:** Access supported wallet features from a computer.
* **Portfolio overview:** Monitor supported digital assets and account activity in one interface.
* **Hardware-wallet integration:** Use a compatible Ledger device to authorize supported operations.
* **Transaction management:** Review transaction details before confirming actions on the connected hardware wallet.
* **Supported services:** Depending on region, device, and asset availability, additional cryptocurrency services may be accessible through the application.

## Getting Started

Before installing any cryptocurrency wallet software, verify that you are using the developer's official website or a trusted application store. Downloading wallet software from advertisements, unofficial websites, or unknown links can expose users to phishing and other security risks.

Once installed, users can connect their compatible Ledger hardware wallet and follow the application's setup instructions. Always verify transaction information directly on the hardware device before approving a transaction.

## Security Considerations

Security is especially important when managing cryptocurrency. **Never share a recovery phrase, PIN, or private security information with another person or website.** Legitimate wallet support should not require users to disclose their recovery phrase.

Users should also keep their operating system and wallet application updated, avoid suspicious links, and carefully check addresses and transaction amounts before approving transfers.

## Final Thoughts

Ledger Live Desktop can provide a convenient interface for managing supported cryptocurrency accounts alongside a compatible Ledger hardware wallet. Its usefulness depends on the assets, services, device, and features currently supported. For the safest experience, download software only from verified sources and treat recovery phrases and private credentials as highly sensitive information.