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Beginner GuideGetting Started with Your First Hardware Wallet
A complete beginner's guide to setting up and using your Ledger device safely. Learn the basics of crypto security in 5 easy steps.
November 20, 2024
5 min read
by Sarah Chen
Get started with the world's most trusted hardware wallet. Store, manage, and protect your cryptocurrencies with military-grade security. Your keys, your crypto, your control.
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From complete beginners to crypto experts, Ledger provides the perfect balance of security, usability, and features. Start your secure crypto journey today with the world's most trusted hardware wallet.
Certified secure element (CC EAL5+) protects your private keys
Manage 1,800+ cryptocurrencies with our intuitive mobile app
Get started in minutes with our step-by-step setup guide
Your private keys never leave the secure hardware device
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Join millions of users who trust Ledger with their crypto
Ledger hardware wallets use the same security technology that protects credit cards and passports. Your crypto deserves the highest level of protection.
Military-grade secure element (CC EAL5+) protects your private keys from physical and digital attacks
Private keys never leave the device and are never exposed to the internet or your computer
Device locks automatically and requires PIN entry after incorrect attempts
Verify all transaction details directly on the device screen before signing
24-word recovery phrase backup ensures you can always restore your wallet
Independently tested and certified by leading security organizations worldwide
Certified by leading security organizations
We believe that financial sovereignty should be available to everyone. That's why we've dedicated ourselves to creating the most secure, user-friendly crypto storage solutions on the planet.
Since 2014, Ledger has been at the forefront of cryptocurrency security. We've protected billions of dollars worth of digital assets for millions of users worldwide, from crypto newcomers to institutional investors.
Our hardware wallets combine cutting-edge security technology with intuitive design, making it easy for anyone to take control of their crypto assets. No compromises on security, no complexity that gets in the way.
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"Security shouldn't be complicated. Our mission is to make cryptocurrency storage as simple and secure as possible, so everyone can confidently participate in the digital economy."
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