Managing Crypto Assets – Ledger.com/start Wallet Guide

Once you've completed your Ledger.com/start setup and initialized your device, you're ready to start managing your cryptocurrency assets. Ledger Live is your command center for adding accounts, sending and receiving crypto, and exploring DeFi opportunities while keeping your private keys secure offline.

Installing Blockchain Apps on Your Ledger Device

After Ledger.com/start setup, you need to install blockchain apps on your Ledger device:

Open Ledger Live on your computer/mobile
Navigate to Manager in the app
Connect Your Device via USB or Bluetooth
Search for Blockchain Apps (Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, etc.)
Click Install next to the desired app
Confirm on Device by pressing the device buttons
Wait for Installation - usually takes 30 seconds to 2 minutes

Once installed, each blockchain app appears on your Ledger device and Ledger Live. You can install multiple apps depending on your device storage.

Creating Accounts in Ledger Live

Once blockchain apps are installed, create accounts to hold your crypto:

Click "Add Account" in Ledger Live
Select the Blockchain (Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc.)
Choose Account Name (e.g., "My Bitcoin Account")
Confirm on Device - your device generates a unique receiving address
Account Created - Your account is now visible in Ledger Live

You can create unlimited accounts for each blockchain. Each account has:

Unique public receiving address
Private keys stored on your Ledger device
Independent balance and transaction history

Receiving Cryptocurrency

To receive crypto in your Ledger Live accounts:

Select the Account you want to receive crypto into
Click "Receive" button
Verify Address on Device - Press right button to confirm the address matches
Share Address with the sender (copy and paste)
Wait for Confirmation - Blockchain confirms the transaction (usually 10-60 minutes)
View in History - Transaction appears in your account history once confirmed

Important: Always verify the receiving address on your Ledger device before sharing it. Never trust the address shown only on your computer screen.

Checking Balances and Portfolio

Ledger Live shows your complete portfolio:

Dashboard: View total portfolio value across all accounts
Individual Accounts: See balance for each cryptocurrency
Asset Charts: Track price changes in real-time
Transaction History: Review all sends and receives
Portfolio Breakdown: Pie chart showing asset allocation

All data syncs from the blockchain in real-time. Your private keys never leave your Ledger device.

Sending Cryptocurrency via Ledger.com/start Setup

To send crypto from your Ledger wallet:

Select the Account you want to send from
Click "Send" button
Enter Recipient Address - Copy/paste the receiving address
Enter Amount to send
Review Transaction - Check recipient and amount
Confirm on Device - Press device buttons to approve
Enter PIN on your device to authorize
Transaction Broadcast - Sent to the blockchain
Wait for Confirmation - Status updates in Ledger Live

All transactions are protected by your Ledger device PIN and require physical confirmation on the device before being executed.

Security Best Practices for Managing Assets

✓ Always verify addresses on your device before sending crypto ✓ Use a secure, stable internet connection when accessing Ledger Live ✓ Never share your private keys or recovery phrase with anyone ✓ Double-check recipient addresses - crypto transactions are irreversible ✓ Keep device firmware updated - Install updates through Ledger Live ✓ Avoid using Ledger Live on public Wi-Fi unless behind a VPN ✓ Use strong passwords for your computer and mobile devices ✓ Never enter your PIN on a computer keyboard - Enter it on your Ledger device only

These practices ensure your Ledger-managed assets remain secure at all times.

Advanced Features via Ledger.com/start Setup

Staking: Earn rewards by staking cryptocurrencies directly from Ledger Live

DeFi Access: Connect to decentralized finance apps while keeping keys on your Ledger

NFT Gallery: View and manage your NFT collection

Market Updates: Get real-time price alerts and market news

Portfolio Analysis: Track performance and ROI over time

All features maintain the security standard established by Ledger.com/start - your private keys stay on your device.

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Sending Cryptocurrency Securely

When sending crypto from your Ledger wallet:

Select Account - Choose the account you want to send from
Click Send - Select the send option
Enter Recipient Address - Paste or scan the recipient's address
Enter Amount - Specify how much crypto to send
Review Fee - Check the network fee (varies by network congestion)
Confirm on Device - Physically approve the transaction on your Ledger device
Broadcast Transaction - The transaction is sent to the blockchain

Security Note: Always verify the recipient address on your device screen before confirming. Never send crypto to unverified addresses.

Receiving Cryptocurrency

To receive crypto into your Ledger wallet:

Select Your Account - Choose which account will receive the crypto
Click Receive - Click the receive button for that account
View Your Address - Your unique receiving address appears
Verify on Device - Confirm the address matches on your Ledger device screen
Share Address - Give this address to the sender
Wait for Transaction - The crypto will appear in your account after network confirmation

Your Ledger-derived addresses are unique and secure. You can share your receiving address publicly without risk to your funds.

Portfolio Tracking & Asset Monitoring

Ledger Live provides comprehensive portfolio management:

Dashboard: View total portfolio value and top holdings at a glance
Asset Breakdown: See percentage allocation across different cryptocurrencies
Account Details: Click any account for transaction history and balance details
Price Charts: Monitor cryptocurrency price movements in real-time
Export Data: Download transaction history for tax or record-keeping purposes

Regularly monitor your portfolio to stay informed about your crypto holdings and market movements.

Advanced Features via Ledger.com/start

Staking: Some cryptocurrencies support staking directly in Ledger Live. You can earn rewards by participating in network validation without moving your assets off your Ledger device.

Swap: Exchange cryptocurrencies directly within Ledger Live using integrated DEX protocols.

Bridge: Move assets between different blockchain networks through integrated bridge protocols.

NFT Support: View and manage NFTs stored on your Ledger device.

All transactions remain under your hardware wallet's security protection.

Start Managing Your Assets Today

Your Ledger device setup via Ledger.com/start is complete. Now you're ready to securely manage your cryptocurrency portfolio with professional-grade security.

Creating Accounts in Ledger Live

Once blockchain apps are installed, create accounts to hold your crypto:

Click "Add Account" in Ledger Live
Select the Blockchain (Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc.)
Choose Account Name (e.g., "My Bitcoin Account")
Confirm on Device - your device generates a unique receiving address
Account Created - Your account is now visible in Ledger Live

You can create unlimited accounts for each blockchain. Each account has:

Unique public receiving address
Private keys stored on your Ledger device
Independent balance and transaction history

Receiving Cryptocurrency

To receive crypto in your Ledger Live accounts:

Select the Account you want to receive crypto into
Click "Receive" button
Verify Address on Device - Press right button to confirm the address matches
Share Address with the sender (copy and paste)
Wait for Confirmation - Blockchain confirms the transaction (usually 10-60 minutes)
View in History - Transaction appears in your account history once confirmed

Important: Always verify the receiving address on your Ledger device before sharing it. Never trust the address shown only on your computer screen.

Checking Balances and Portfolio

Ledger Live shows your complete portfolio:

Dashboard: View total portfolio value across all accounts
Individual Accounts: See balance for each cryptocurrency
Asset Charts: Track price changes in real-time
Transaction History: Review all sends and receives
Portfolio Breakdown: Pie chart showing asset allocation

All data syncs from the blockchain in real-time. Your private keys never leave your Ledger device.

Sending Cryptocurrency via Ledger.com/start Setup

To send crypto from your Ledger wallet:

Select the Account you want to send from
Click "Send" button
Enter Recipient Address - Copy/paste the receiving address
Enter Amount to send
Review Transaction - Check recipient and amount
Confirm on Device - Press device buttons to approve
Enter PIN on your device to authorize
Transaction Broadcast - Sent to the blockchain
Wait for Confirmation - Status updates in Ledger Live

All transactions are protected by your Ledger device PIN and require physical confirmation on the device before being executed.

Security Best Practices for Managing Assets

These practices ensure your Ledger-managed assets remain secure at all times.

Advanced Features via Ledger.com/start Setup

Staking: Earn rewards by staking cryptocurrencies directly from Ledger Live

DeFi Access: Connect to decentralized finance apps while keeping keys on your Ledger

NFT Gallery: View and manage your NFT collection

Market Updates: Get real-time price alerts and market news

Portfolio Analysis: Track performance and ROI over time

All features maintain the security standard established by Ledger.com/start - your private keys stay on your device.

Sending Cryptocurrency Securely

When sending crypto from your Ledger wallet:

Select Account - Choose the account you want to send from
Click Send - Select the send option
Enter Recipient Address - Paste or scan the recipient's address
Enter Amount - Specify how much crypto to send
Review Fee - Check the network fee (varies by network congestion)
Confirm on Device - Physically approve the transaction on your Ledger device
Broadcast Transaction - The transaction is sent to the blockchain

Security Note: Always verify the recipient address on your device screen before confirming. Never send crypto to unverified addresses.

Receiving Cryptocurrency

To receive crypto into your Ledger wallet:

Select Your Account - Choose which account will receive the crypto
Click Receive - Click the receive button for that account
View Your Address - Your unique receiving address appears
Verify on Device - Confirm the address matches on your Ledger device screen
Share Address - Give this address to the sender
Wait for Transaction - The crypto will appear in your account after network confirmation

Your Ledger-derived addresses are unique and secure. You can share your receiving address publicly without risk to your funds.

Portfolio Tracking & Asset Monitoring

Ledger Live provides comprehensive portfolio management:

Dashboard: View total portfolio value and top holdings at a glance
Asset Breakdown: See percentage allocation across different cryptocurrencies
Account Details: Click any account for transaction history and balance details
Price Charts: Monitor cryptocurrency price movements in real-time
Export Data: Download transaction history for tax or record-keeping purposes

Regularly monitor your portfolio to stay informed about your crypto holdings and market movements.

Advanced Features via Ledger.com/start

Staking: Some cryptocurrencies support staking directly in Ledger Live. You can earn rewards by participating in network validation without moving your assets off your Ledger device.

Swap: Exchange cryptocurrencies directly within Ledger Live using integrated DEX protocols.

Bridge: Move assets between different blockchain networks through integrated bridge protocols.

NFT Support: View and manage NFTs stored on your Ledger device.

All transactions remain under your hardware wallet's security protection.

Managing Crypto Assets – Ledger.com/start Wallet Guide

Installing Blockchain Apps on Your Ledger Device

Creating Accounts in Ledger Live

Receiving Cryptocurrency

Checking Balances and Portfolio

Sending Cryptocurrency via Ledger.com/start Setup

Security Best Practices for Managing Assets

Advanced Features via Ledger.com/start Setup

Start Managing Your Crypto Today

Crypto Asset Management

Sending Cryptocurrency Securely

Receiving Cryptocurrency

Portfolio Tracking & Asset Monitoring

Advanced Features via Ledger.com/start

Start Managing Your Assets Today

Crypto Asset Management Status

Creating Accounts in Ledger Live

Receiving Cryptocurrency

Checking Balances and Portfolio

Sending Cryptocurrency via Ledger.com/start Setup

Security Best Practices for Managing Assets

Advanced Features via Ledger.com/start Setup

Crypto Asset Management

Sending Cryptocurrency Securely

Receiving Cryptocurrency

Portfolio Tracking & Asset Monitoring

Advanced Features via Ledger.com/start

Crypto Asset Management Status