Securely Manage Your Cryptocurrency Portfolio

Ledger Live is the official application designed to manage Ledger hardware wallets in a secure and intuitive environment. Whether you own Bitcoin, Ethereum, or multiple altcoins, Ledger Live allows you to view balances, manage transactions, and monitor your portfolio—all without exposing your private keys. The software works in tandem with your Ledger hardware device, which acts as the ultimate security measure for your digital assets.

Unlike traditional web-based wallets that rely on passwords and online servers, Ledger Live uses a hardware-first approach. Every transaction requires device approval, which ensures that your private keys never leave the secure element chip inside the Ledger wallet. This combination of intuitive software and hardware security provides peace of mind for both beginner and advanced users.

To use Ledger Live, start by connecting your Ledger hardware wallet via USB or Bluetooth, depending on your device model. Once connected, the wallet will prompt you to enter your PIN. This local authentication ensures that only the owner can authorize Ledger Live to access wallet data. The software recognizes the device and establishes a secure communication channel for reading account information safely.

After unlocking the Ledger device, Ledger Live displays a comprehensive dashboard showing account balances, portfolio value, and recent transactions. Users can add multiple accounts, organize different cryptocurrencies, and even track the value of tokens across supported blockchains. All of this is presented in a user-friendly interface without ever exposing sensitive information.

Ledger Live allows users to add or remove accounts for various coins, giving a centralized overview of all holdings. Adding an account is straightforward: select the cryptocurrency, approve the connection on your Ledger device, and the account is securely added to the dashboard. Ledger Live always reads data from the hardware wallet, ensuring that private keys remain offline and protected.

Sending crypto through Ledger Live requires manual confirmation on the Ledger device. After entering the recipient address and amount, the device will display transaction details. Only after approving the transaction on the hardware wallet does the software broadcast it to the network. Receiving funds is even simpler: Ledger Live displays your wallet addresses, which can be shared securely without exposing private keys.

Ledger Live's portfolio feature allows you to monitor the total value of your holdings in real time. Users can view performance graphs, track gains and losses, and check historical transaction data. This feature provides a consolidated overview of your digital assets while keeping all sensitive information offline and secure.