Welcome to Ledger.com/start

In the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrency, security isn't just important—it's everything. Ledger.com/start serves as the official gateway for millions of users worldwide who trust Ledger hardware wallets to protect their digital wealth. Whether you're holding Bitcoin, Ethereum, or any of thousands of supported cryptocurrencies, beginning your journey at Ledger.com/start ensures you're following industry-leading security protocols from day one.

Ledger hardware wallets utilize cutting-edge secure element technology—the same chips used in credit cards and passports—to store your private keys completely offline. This means your cryptocurrency remains protected from online threats, malware, and hacking attempts. When you access Ledger.com/start, you're not just setting up a device; you're implementing a security infrastructure trusted by over 5 million users globally.

The setup process at Ledger.com/start has been meticulously designed to balance security with user experience. Even if you're new to cryptocurrency, the intuitive step-by-step guidance ensures you can configure your device correctly without compromising on protection. The platform provides clear instructions for downloading Ledger Live—the companion application that lets you manage your assets—while maintaining the highest security standards throughout the initialization process.

What sets Ledger apart in the hardware wallet ecosystem is its unwavering commitment to security innovation. At the heart of every Ledger device lies a certified secure element (CC EAL5+), providing bank-level security for your private keys. This chip is designed to resist sophisticated physical and software attacks, ensuring your cryptocurrency remains protected even in worst-case scenarios.

The Ledger.com/start setup process incorporates multiple layers of verification to guarantee authenticity. When you initialize your device, the recovery phrase generation occurs entirely offline within the secure element chip. This air-gapped approach means your private keys never touch the internet, eliminating the primary attack vector used by cybercriminals. The proprietary operating system, BOLOS (Blockchain Open Ledger Operating System), creates isolated environments for each application, preventing cross-contamination between different cryptocurrency apps.

Ledger Live, which you'll download through Ledger.com/start, employs additional security measures including application signature verification and secure firmware updates. Every transaction you sign on your Ledger device requires physical confirmation on the device screen, protecting you from malware that might compromise your computer. This "what you see is what you sign" principle ensures that even if your computer is infected, your funds remain secure because the final authorization happens on your unhackable hardware wallet.