Ledger Live — Desktop & Mobile

Overview: Ledger Live for Desktop & Mobile

Ledger Live is the official companion application for Ledger hardware wallets, allowing you to track, manage, stake, swap, and monitor your entire crypto portfolio in one place. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Available on Windows, macOS, Linux (desktop) and iOS & Android (mobile), Ledger Live seamlessly connects to your Ledger device so your private keys never leave the secure hardware. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Whether you’re sending or receiving crypto, staking for rewards, or keeping an eye on your assets, Ledger Live bridges the gap between security and usability across desktop and mobile environments.

Powerful Features Across Desktop & Mobile

How Ledger Live Works: Desktop & Mobile Flow

Whether you’re on your computer or on your phone, Ledger Live offers a user‑friendly pipeline to manage your crypto in a secure environment.

1. Download Ledger Live for your platform from the official site. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
2. Connect your Ledger device via USB or Bluetooth (for Nano X on mobile). :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
3. Open Ledger Live and let it detect your device; you may need to unlock your device with its PIN.
4. Add the crypto apps for the chains you want (e.g. Bitcoin, Ethereum) via the Manager section.
5. Add accounts in Ledger Live to reflect your holdings.
6. On mobile, you can sync accounts from desktop via QR code (desktop → export QR → scan). :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
7. Now you can send/receive, manage transactions, stake, and explore DeFi & NFTs all within Ledger Live while your keys remain offline in your Ledger device.

Note: Some advanced features (firmware updates, app installation) are only available on desktop; mobile focuses more on on‑the‑go portfolio management. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

Uncompromising Security: Your Keys Never Leave the Device

One of the core tenets of Ledger Live is that your private keys always stay within your Ledger hardware wallet, never exposed to your computer or phone. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}

Every transaction, whether initiated on desktop or mobile, must be reviewed and approved directly on the device itself. Even if your computer or phone is compromised, your crypto remains safe.

Ledger Live is not a custodian: you own your keys. The app is merely an interface to your hardware wallet. Transactions are broadcast only after on‑device confirmation.

Always download Ledger Live from the official Ledger domain to avoid phishing. Ledger will never ask for your 24‑word recovery phrase. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is Ledger Live free?
  Yes, Ledger Live is free to download and use on both desktop and mobile. You only pay network fees when you transact.
• Do desktop and mobile have feature parity?
  Not entirely — desktop supports firmware updates, app installations, exports, advanced settings; mobile is optimized for convenience and portfolio access. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}
• Can I sync accounts from mobile to desktop?
  Accounts don’t auto‑sync. You can export accounts from desktop via QR and scan via mobile. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}
• What crypto and tokens does Ledger Live support?
  Ledger Live supports thousands of coins and tokens across multiple blockchains. :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}
• Does mobile support all Ledger devices?
  Yes, though connection methods vary — Nano X supports Bluetooth; other models support USB or OTG. :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}
• What happens if my app shows different balances on desktop vs mobile?
  Sometimes cache or account differences cause mismatches. Clearing cache and reimporting accounts often resolves this. :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}

Ready to Manage Your Crypto with Confidence?

Download Ledger Live today and unlock secure, cross-platform crypto control on desktop and mobile.