Ledger Live desktop

Secure desktop app to manage crypto, NFTs, staking and portfolio — built for privacy and control.

Manage everything from your desktop

Ledger Live desktop puts your crypto portfolio, with desktop-only controls, at your fingertips. Connect your Ledger hardware device to securely send, receive, buy, swap and stake — all from one app.

Secure by design — hardware-backed private keys and verified firmware updates.
Portfolio & tracking — real-time balances and transaction history.
Buy, swap & stake — integrated partners for seamless on-ramps and staking tools.

Download Ledger Live desktop Official support & guides

Why choose Ledger Live desktop?

Top-grade security

Private keys remain isolated on your Ledger hardware device. Ledger Live desktop acts as the management interface — not the key holder.

User-first experience

Intuitive portfolio view, built-in transaction signing, and clear firmware update flows that prioritize safety.

Broad asset support

Support for hundreds of coins, tokens and NFTs with ongoing updates to add emerging assets.

Security — best practices

Always download Ledger Live desktop only from the official site. Verify signatures when available.
Keep your recovery phrase offline — Ledger never asks for it online.
Use firmware verification and only apply updates shown inside Ledger Live desktop.

About this page

This single-page overview focuses on Ledger Live desktop — the official desktop companion to Ledger hardware devices. For downloads, official documentation and support, always refer to the Ledger website linked on this page.

FAQs

1. What is Ledger Live desktop?

Ledger Live desktop is the official desktop application that lets you manage crypto accounts while your private keys stay secured on a Ledger hardware device.

2. Where can I download Ledger Live desktop?

Always download from the official Ledger site: ledger.com/ledger-live. Avoid third-party downloads to reduce risk.

3. Is Ledger Live desktop free?

Yes — Ledger Live desktop is provided to Ledger device users at no cost. Transactions and partner services (buy/swap) may incur fees.

4. Can I use Ledger Live desktop without a Ledger hardware device?

Ledger Live desktop provides some read-only features, but full account management and signing transactions require a Ledger hardware device.

5. How do I verify Ledger Live desktop is genuine?

Verify downloads via the official Ledger website, check digital signatures when provided, and follow Ledger's published verification guides on the support site.

6. Who publishes Ledger Live desktop?

Ledger SAS publishes Ledger Live desktop. For company info and legal details, consult the official Ledger website linked on this page.