The all-in-one platform to buy, sell, stake, and securely manage over 5,500 coins and tokens. Your keys, your crypto.
Ledger Live Desktop combines powerful features with industry-leading security to give you complete control over your digital assets.
Track all your crypto assets in one place. Real-time portfolio valuation across 5,500+ coins and tokens.
Your private keys never leave your device. Hardware wallet integration ensures maximum protection.
Stake your crypto directly from Ledger Live and earn rewards on supported assets like ETH, ADA, and more.
Access the best rates from multiple providers. Buy crypto with credit card or swap between assets instantly.
Connect to decentralized apps securely. Lend, borrow, and participate in DeFi protocols with confidence.
Detailed transaction history, tax reports, and performance insights to make informed decisions.
Get started with Ledger Live Desktop in three simple steps. Your gateway to secure crypto management.
Get Ledger Live Desktop for Windows, Mac, or Linux. Quick installation in under 2 minutes.
Pair your Ledger hardware wallet or create a new software wallet to get started.
Buy, sell, stake, swap, and track your entire crypto portfolio from one secure platform.
Manage Bitcoin, Ethereum, and 5,500+ other cryptocurrencies and tokens in one interface.
Live price tracking, market charts, and portfolio performance analytics updated every second.
Send and receive crypto with confidence. All transactions are verified on your hardware wallet.
View and manage your NFT collection directly within Ledger Live Desktop.
Earn passive income by staking supported cryptocurrencies with just a few clicks.
Seamlessly sync your portfolio across desktop and mobile versions of Ledger Live.
Everything you need to know about Ledger Live Desktop
Ledger Live Desktop is the official companion app for Ledger hardware wallets. It's a comprehensive crypto management platform that allows you to buy, sell, exchange, stake, and manage over 5,500 cryptocurrencies and tokens. The app connects to your Ledger hardware wallet to provide secure access to your crypto assets while keeping your private keys offline and protected.
Yes, Ledger Live Desktop is completely free to download and use. There are no subscription fees or hidden costs for using the application. However, standard network fees apply when making transactions, and third-party services (like buying crypto or swapping) may charge their own fees.
While Ledger Live Desktop works best with a Ledger hardware wallet (Nano S, Nano S Plus, or Nano X) for maximum security, you can also use it to track crypto prices, view market data, and access educational content without a hardware wallet. However, to send, receive, or manage your crypto assets, a Ledger hardware wallet is required.
Ledger Live Desktop is available for Windows (10 and later), macOS (10.14 and later), and Linux (Ubuntu 20.04+, Fedora 32+, and other major distributions). The application is regularly updated to ensure compatibility with the latest operating system versions.
Ledger Live Desktop is built with security as the top priority. Your private keys never leave your Ledger hardware wallet and are never exposed to your computer or the internet. The app is open-source, regularly audited by security experts, and uses bank-grade encryption. All transactions must be physically verified and approved on your Ledger device.
Yes, Ledger Live Desktop supports staking for multiple cryptocurrencies including Ethereum (ETH), Cardano (ADA), Polkadot (DOT), Tezos (XTZ), Cosmos (ATOM), and many others. You can stake directly from the app and earn rewards while maintaining full custody of your assets. The staking process is simple and secure, with all operations verified on your Ledger hardware wallet.
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