Ledger.com/Start – How to Secure Your Crypto in Under 15 Minutes

Crypto investors today face more threats than ever: phishing, malware, exchange hacks, and more. The best defense? A hardware wallet—and if you’ve chosen Ledger, you're already ahead. But to use it safely, you must go to Ledger.com/start. This blog will show you how to set up your Ledger wallet and why doing it correctly matters more than ever.

What You Need to Get Started

  • A Ledger Nano S Plus or Ledger Nano X
  • A computer or smartphone
  • Internet access
  • 15 minutes and focus

Step 1: Go to Ledger.com/Start

This is not optional. Ledger.com/start is the only verified setup portal. Avoid YouTube tutorials or search engines—they’re often manipulated by phishing scams.

Step 2: Install Ledger Live

Ledger Live is your secure interface. From here, you’ll:

  • Manage multiple wallets
  • View balances and portfolios
  • Stake crypto
  • Install or remove blockchain apps

Make sure you download Ledger Live directly from Ledger.com/start to ensure it’s legitimate.

Step 3: Connect and Initialize Device

After opening Ledger Live:

  • Connect your Ledger wallet via USB or Bluetooth (Nano X only)
  • Choose "Initialize as new device"
  • Set a secure PIN (you’ll enter this every time you use it)
  • Write down your 24-word recovery phrase

This phrase is your entire wallet. If you lose it, there’s no way to recover your funds. Ledger will never ask for this phrase online.

Step 4: Add Your First Crypto App

Use Ledger Live’s Manager section to install apps for each crypto you want to hold. Each coin has its own app, and you can switch or delete them depending on your portfolio.

Step 5: Transfer Crypto

Now that everything’s set up, you can start transferring funds from exchanges to your Ledger wallet. Use Ledger Live to generate receive addresses—these are stored securely on the device.

Quick Tips for Maximum Safety

  • Never photograph your recovery phrase
  • Only use Ledger Live via Ledger.com/start
  • Keep your device offline unless needed
  • Store your recovery phrase in a fireproof, waterproof location

Conclusion

Crypto doesn’t come with customer support or fraud protection—you are your own bank. That’s why it’s essential to start off exactly right by visiting Ledger.com/start. In under 15 minutes, you’ll have top-tier protection for your assets—and peace of mind.