Ledger Live Download — Safe & Fast Guide

Published: Nov 7, 2025 • Reading time: ~4 min • Keyword: Ledger Live Download

Looking to get started with Ledger hardware wallets? The first step is installing Ledger Live — the official desktop and mobile companion app that lets you manage accounts, send/receive crypto, and apply firmware updates. This guide shows exactly how to perform a safe Ledger Live download for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS.

What is Ledger Live?

Ledger Live is a secure application developed by Ledger that pairs with Ledger hardware wallets (like the Ledger Nano S Plus and Ledger Nano X). It provides a user-friendly interface to:

Account management

View balances and activity for multiple cryptocurrency accounts.

Send & receive

Create, verify, and broadcast transactions while the private keys stay on your device.

App & firmware updates

Install cryptocurrency-specific apps and keep firmware up to date.

Portfolio & staking

Track portfolio performance and participate in staking for supported assets.

How to download Ledger Live (step-by-step)

Always download Ledger Live from the official Ledger website. Never trust links from unknown emails, search ads, or social media posts. Below are concise steps for each platform.

Windows

Visit the official Ledger Live page: ledger.com/ledger-live.
Click the Windows download button and save the installer (`.exe`).
Run the installer, follow on-screen prompts, launch Ledger Live, and pair your Ledger device when prompted.

macOS

On the Ledger Live page, choose the macOS download. You may get a `.dmg` or a signed app bundle.
Open the downloaded file and drag Ledger Live to Applications.
Open Ledger Live from Applications. If macOS blocks the app, give permission in System Settings → Security & Privacy.

Linux

Ledger offers AppImage or `.deb` packages for Linux. Download the appropriate file and follow your distro's install instructions (mark AppImage executable, run it; for `.deb`, use `sudo dpkg -i ledger-live-desktop.deb`).

iOS & Android

Search the App Store or Google Play for Ledger Live and install the official app by Ledger. Verify the publisher is Ledger SAS and check reviews and release notes.

# Example (Linux .deb installation)
wget https://download.ledger.com/ledger-live-desktop-.deb
sudo apt install ./ledger-live-desktop-.deb

Safety & verification tips

Always download from the official Ledger website: ledger.com/ledger-live.
Verify the URL carefully — phishing sites often mimic legitimate addresses.
When possible, check checksums (SHA256) published by Ledger and compare against the file you downloaded.
Never share your 24-word recovery phrase — Ledger support will never ask for it.
Use firmware/app updates only when initiated from Ledger Live or the official site and confirm prompts on your device screen.

Frequently asked questions

Is Ledger Live free?

Yes — Ledger Live is free to download and use. Fees may apply from the blockchain network when sending transactions.

Can I use Ledger Live without a Ledger device?

Ledger Live offers a read-only mode for some features, but to manage private keys and sign transactions you must pair a Ledger device.

What to do if Ledger Live can't detect my device?

Ensure USB cables are data-capable (not charge-only), try a different port, toggle the device's USB mode, or reinstall drivers if using Windows.