Comprehensive information to ensure the security of your cryptocurrency assets and personal data
Ledger Live provides a secure interface for managing your cryptocurrency assets through Ledger hardware wallets. Unlike traditional online accounts, Ledger Live does not use username/password combinations for accessing your funds. Instead, security is maintained through your physical Ledger device and PIN code.
The application connects to the blockchain while your private keys remain securely stored on your hardware wallet, never exposed to the internet. This fundamental security architecture ensures that even if your computer is compromised, your assets remain protected.
Your private keys are generated and stored in the secure element of your Ledger device, isolated from internet-connected systems. This makes remote attacks virtually impossible.
Every transaction requires physical verification on your Ledger device. The device displays transaction details for you to confirm, preventing malicious software from altering transactions.
Ledger Live establishes a secure, encrypted connection between your computer and Ledger device, ensuring that sensitive data cannot be intercepted during operations.
While Ledger hardware wallets provide exceptional security, user practices play a crucial role in maintaining the safety of your assets. Following these guidelines will help ensure your cryptocurrency remains protected.
Always download Ledger Live from the official Ledger website. Third-party sources may distribute modified versions designed to steal your recovery phrase.
Check the cryptographic signature of the Ledger Live installer to ensure it hasn't been tampered with before installation.
Keep both Ledger Live and your device firmware updated to benefit from the latest security enhancements and features.
Your 24-word recovery phrase should never be entered into any digital device. Store it securely offline and never share it with anyone.
Be extremely vigilant against phishing attempts and social engineering attacks targeting cryptocurrency users. Scammers employ sophisticated tactics to trick users into compromising their security.
Ledger will never contact you first to request your recovery phrase, PIN, or other sensitive information. Any communication claiming to be from Ledger that asks for this information is fraudulent.
Never enter your recovery phrase on any website or in Ledger Live itself. The recovery phrase should only be used with your physical Ledger device during the initial setup or recovery process.
While your funds are protected by the hardware wallet, maintaining computer security is still important to prevent potential attack vectors and ensure the integrity of transaction data displayed.
Ledger Live can be used safely on public networks since private keys never leave your device. However, using trusted networks is recommended for additional privacy.
The Ledger Live mobile app provides the same security guarantees as the desktop version when used with a Ledger hardware wallet via Bluetooth or USB connection.