The official desktop application for managing your cryptocurrency portfolio. Connect your Ledger hardware wallet to securely buy, sell, swap, and stake over 15,000 digital assets including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and more. Available for Windows, Mac, and Linux.
Experience unmatched security and convenience with the most trusted cryptocurrency management platform
Seamlessly connect your Ledger Nano S, Nano X, or Stax hardware wallet for maximum security. Your private keys never leave your device.
Manage over 15,000 cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, XRP, and thousands of tokens across multiple blockchains.
Access decentralized finance protocols, stake your assets to earn rewards, and swap cryptocurrencies with built-in DEX aggregation.
Everything you need to know about Ledger Live Desktop
Ledger Live Desktop is the official desktop application that serves as the companion software for Ledger hardware wallets. It allows you to securely manage your cryptocurrency portfolio by connecting to your Ledger device. The app enables you to view balances, send and receive crypto, install apps, update firmware, and access DeFi services while keeping your private keys safely stored on your hardware wallet.
Yes, Ledger Live Desktop is completely free to download and use. There are no subscription fees, hidden costs, or premium tiers. You can access all features including portfolio management, cryptocurrency transactions, staking, and DeFi services at no cost. The only requirement is owning a compatible Ledger hardware wallet device.
Ledger Live Desktop is available for Windows 10 and later, macOS 10.14 (Mojave) and later, and various Linux distributions including Ubuntu 18.04+. The application is regularly updated to support the latest operating system versions and security requirements. Both 64-bit Intel and Apple Silicon (M1/M2) Macs are fully supported.
No, Ledger Live Desktop requires a Ledger hardware wallet (Nano S, Nano S Plus, Nano X, or Stax) to function properly. The desktop application is designed specifically to work with Ledger's hardware security model, where private keys remain securely stored on the physical device. This architecture ensures maximum security for your cryptocurrency assets.
Ledger Live Desktop supports over 15,000 cryptocurrencies and tokens across multiple blockchains including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Cardano, Polygon, and many others. The platform continuously adds support for new digital assets and blockchain networks. You can manage ERC-20 tokens, BEP-20 tokens, SPL tokens, and native cryptocurrencies all from a single interface.
Yes, Ledger Live Desktop follows industry-leading security practices. Your private keys never leave your hardware wallet and are never transmitted over the internet. The application uses end-to-end encryption for all communications and does not store sensitive information on your computer. Ledger's architecture ensures that even if your computer is compromised, your cryptocurrency remains secure on your hardware device.
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