Ultimate Hardware Security
Manage Your Crypto™ Assets Safely and Seamlessly
Ledger Live Desktop is the essential companion for your Ledger Nano hardware wallet. View your real-time portfolio, send and receive assets, and unlock the world of Web3—all from the impenetrable fortress of your Secure Element.
Start Your Secure Journey TodayUncompromised Security: The Ledger Difference
Unlike software wallets or exchanges, Ledger Live is simply the user interface for your **Ledger Nano Hardware Wallet**. Your private keys never leave the device, remaining isolated in a certified **Secure Element (SE)** chip—the highest level of security available. This architecture is the single most important factor in protecting your digital wealth from malicious actors, phishing attempts, and common software vulnerabilities. Every transaction you initiate must be physically verified on your Ledger device, giving you a clear, undeniable source of truth before any funds are moved. This two-factor physical control sets the standard for self-custody.
The Secure Element is an independently audited chip designed to withstand highly sophisticated attacks. It is the same technology used in passports and credit cards, making it virtually tamper-proof. Ledger Live simply broadcasts the *signed* transaction after your device's SE has done the heavy lifting. This separation of concerns—display and management in the desktop app, and signing/storage in the hardware—is the foundation of Ledger’s robust defense system. We have spent years perfecting this cold storage solution so you can transact with absolute peace of mind.
- ✓ **Secure Element Isolation:** Keys never exposed to the internet.
- ✓ **Trusted Display:** What you see on Ledger Nano is what you sign.
- ✓ **Certified Chip:** CC EAL5+ certified hardware integrity.
Graphic: Secure Element Transaction Flow Diagram
Screenshot: Portfolio Dashboard & Analytics
Your Complete Portfolio in One Beautiful Dashboard
Ledger Live is designed to be the central hub for all your digital assets. Forget juggling multiple block explorers or confusing third-party apps. With support for over 5000 tokens and coins, you can monitor your entire crypto and NFT portfolio in a clean, intuitive, and real-time interface. The desktop application provides detailed charts, historical performance metrics, and asset distribution breakdowns, allowing you to make informed decisions without compromising your security. Every balance you see is an accurate representation of the keys secured on your device.
The dashboard features an easy-to-read candlestick chart for tracking market movements, customizable alerts for price changes, and a unified transaction history that consolidates activity across all supported chains, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and many others. This consolidation provides an unparalleled level of oversight. Furthermore, the ability to effortlessly manage multiple accounts for the same asset—separating personal funds from investment funds, for instance—is built directly into the Ledger Live experience. Your crypto life, simplified and secure, is now just a click away, managed entirely under the umbrella of hardware protection.
Sending and receiving is streamlined with clear address verification prompts, reinforcing the best practice of always double-checking your destination. Our unique **Coin Control** feature also provides advanced users with granular control over their UTXOs (Unspent Transaction Outputs) for privacy and optimization, a level of detail usually reserved for expert users, now accessible via an easy-to-use interface. This blend of power and simplicity is what makes Ledger Live the definitive crypto management tool.
Buy, Swap, and Earn with Absolute Trust
Ledger Live is not just for storage; it's a gateway to growing your assets securely. We integrate directly with trusted third-party services—including exchanges and staking providers—allowing you to **buy, swap, and stake** crypto without ever exposing your private keys. When you execute a swap or purchase, the transaction is prepared and verified by the third party, but the final, critical signing step still requires physical confirmation on your Ledger device. This maintains the iron-clad security of cold storage while giving you seamless access to essential financial services.
**Staking and Earning:** Directly stake assets like Ethereum, Solana, and Polkadot through validated providers right inside Ledger Live. Your staked assets remain under your custody (non-custodial staking), meaning you earn rewards while maintaining full control over your keys. This is a revolutionary difference compared to centralized exchange staking, where you must give up control of your funds. Earning passive income has never been safer or more straightforward. Ledger Live tracks your staking rewards and provides real-time ROI data to keep you fully informed.
**Instant Swapping:** Use integrated swap providers to instantly exchange one cryptocurrency for another. Whether you're rebalancing your portfolio or capitalizing on a market movement, the process is simple and, critically, secured by your hardware wallet. The app compares rates from multiple providers to ensure you get the best possible execution. This is the definition of convenience meeting security—no need to transfer funds to a hot wallet or centralized exchange, sign in, and then transfer back. Everything happens within the Ledger Live environment, secured by the Secure Element.
Interface View: Staking and Swapping
Interface View: NFT Gallery & DApps
The World of Web3, Secured by Hardware
The cryptocurrency ecosystem extends far beyond simple transfers. Ledger Live’s **Discover** section connects you to the decentralized world of **DApps (Decentralized Applications)**. Whether you want to interact with DeFi protocols, explore the latest NFT collections, or engage with decentralized governance, Ledger provides the secure pathway. The primary vulnerability in Web3 often lies in connecting a hot wallet to a malicious smart contract. With Ledger, the transaction details are always verified on your trusted hardware screen before you commit, protecting you from blind signing and contract exploits.
**NFT Management:** View, send, and receive your Ethereum and Polygon NFTs directly within Ledger Live. Your precious digital collectibles are secured by the same Secure Element that protects your Bitcoin. The app allows for an elegant display of your collection, complete with metadata and collection details, giving you peace of mind that your apes, punks, or art pieces are locked away from online threats. This integrated management layer eliminates the need for less-secure third-party explorers.
**Direct DApp Access:** Through our partner integrations, you can securely access the most popular DeFi and Web3 applications. This integration ensures that even when navigating the complexities of decentralized finance, your assets remain shielded by the Ledger Nano’s security model. The Ledger Live desktop app acts as a secure proxy, channeling requests to your hardware and only broadcasting the signed payload after your explicit physical confirmation. Embrace the full potential of Web3 without the sleepless nights worrying about seed phrase exposure. This blend of functionality and ultimate safety is what defines the Ledger Live experience.
This comprehensive platform approach ensures that Ledger is future-proof. As new chains, protocols, and DApps emerge, Ledger Live is continually updated to incorporate them under the same rigorous security umbrella, offering continuous and seamless access to the evolving crypto economy.
Ready to Take True Control?
Security isn't a feature; it's a foundation. Download Ledger Live Desktop today and connect your Ledger Nano to experience the world's most trusted platform for self-custody.