Frequently Asked Questions

Ledger Live is the official companion app for Ledger hardware wallets. It allows you to manage your cryptocurrency portfolio, send and receive crypto, install apps, and stake your coins—all while keeping your private keys secure on your hardware device.

Yes, Ledger Live requires a Ledger hardware wallet (Nano S, Nano X, or Nano S Plus) to function. The hardware wallet stores your private keys and signs transactions securely.

Yes, Ledger Live is completely free to download and use. You only need to purchase a Ledger hardware wallet. Transaction fees are standard blockchain network fees, not charged by Ledger.

Ledger Live supports over 5,500 cryptocurrencies and tokens, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and thousands of ERC-20 and other tokens across various blockchains.

Yes, you can install Ledger Live on multiple computers or phones. Your accounts are tied to your Ledger device, not the app, so you can access them from any device where you connect your Ledger.

If you have your 24-word recovery phrase, you can restore your accounts on a new Ledger device. This is why keeping your recovery phrase secure and accessible is crucial.

Ledger hardware wallets use secure element chips similar to those in credit cards and passports. Your private keys never leave the device. As long as you keep your recovery phrase secure and verify all transactions on the device screen, your funds are safe.

Ledger Live will notify you when updates are available. You can also check manually: Settings → About → Check for updates. Always download updates only through the app or from ledger.com.

After 3 incorrect attempts, your Ledger device resets. You'll need to restore it using your 24-word recovery phrase. Never throw away your recovery phrase.

Yes, Ledger Live supports staking for several cryptocurrencies including Ethereum, Polkadot, Tezos, Cosmos, and more. You can earn rewards while maintaining full control of your assets.