Ledger Live Desktop

A single, secure desktop app to manage crypto privately and confidently.

Secure. Intuitive. Built for long-term crypto management.

Ledger Live Desktop is designed to put you in control of your crypto assets — across thousands of tokens and multiple blockchains — with a focus on strong device-backed security and a friendly user experience.

Device-backed security
Private keys never leave your hardware. Pair Ledger Live Desktop with a compatible hardware wallet for an air-gapped signing flow.
Multi-currency portfolio
Track, send, receive and stake across many cryptocurrencies from one unified interface.
Built-in apps & services
Discover partner integrations — swapping, staking, and dApp connections — while keeping custody of your keys.

Why choose Ledger Live Desktop?

Ledger Live Desktop focuses on three core pillars: security, clarity, and convenience. It is ideal for users who want a persistent, desktop-first experience to manage holdings, check real-time values, perform portfolio rebalancing, and interact with blockchain features like staking and hardware signing.

Getting started

  1. Download and install the Ledger Live Desktop app for Windows, macOS, or Linux.
  2. Open the app and either set up a new wallet or connect an existing hardware device.
  3. Securely store your recovery phrase offline and verify device firmware when prompted.

Privacy & safety notes

Ledger Live Desktop does not send your private keys to any server. The app communicates encrypted metadata needed to show token prices, balances and transaction history. Always verify app signatures and download software from official sources.

Features in detail

Portfolio & analytics

View your total portfolio across all accounts, analyze historical performance, and filter by asset, time frame or account. Ledger Live Desktop provides an at-a-glance dashboard plus detailed transaction histories so you can make informed decisions.

Send, receive & swap

Send and receive crypto with simple address validation and QR codes. Swap assets via integrated partners while retaining control of your keys—transactions must be signed by your hardware device.

Staking & earn

Support for staking on select networks lets you earn rewards without exposing your private keys. The app guides you through delegation and shows estimated rewards and lockup periods.

dApp & developer-friendly tools

Connect Ledger Live Desktop to supported decentralized apps for secure interactions: sign messages, approve transactions and maintain a clear audit trail of activity tied to your hardware device.

Security checklist

  • Only download Ledger Live Desktop from the official website.
  • Always verify the app checksum or digital signature if offered.
  • Keep firmware and apps up to date on your hardware device.
  • Never share your recovery phrase — Ledger will never ask for it.
  • Store your recovery phrase offline and consider a tamper-evident backup method.

FAQ

Do my private keys leave my device? No. Ledger Live Desktop delegates signing to your hardware device, keeping private keys offline.

Can I use the app without a hardware wallet? Yes — you can create a software-only profile, but hardware-backed security is recommended for any significant holdings.