Ledger Live Desktop is the official desktop application designed to work hand in glove with your Ledger hardware wallet. It gives you a powerful, intuitive interface for managing, staking, swapping, and viewing your crypto — all while your private keys remain offline and secure. Whether you're a beginner or a crypto veteran, Ledger Live Desktop brings full control of your assets to your computer.
Ledger Live Desktop supports thousands of cryptocurrencies and tokens — from Bitcoin and Ethereum to many ERC‑20 tokens, new blockchains, and DeFi assets. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} You can add accounts, view balances, and manage multiple addresses per blockchain.
Any send, swap, stake, or firmware change must be confirmed on your Ledger hardware device. This ensures your private keys never leave the device, protecting you from malware, phishing, or attacks on your computer. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
The dashboard gives a real-time snapshot of your holdings: total portfolio value, individual coin balances, price changes, historic performance charts, and transaction history. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2} You can filter or sort your assets to focus on what matters to you.
Thanks to integrations with trusted providers (e.g. MoonPay, Changelly, Coinify), you can buy crypto with fiat, swap between assets, or sell — all from inside Ledger Live. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3} The transaction still requires device confirmation, ensuring security even when dealing with third-party services.
For supported proof‑of‑stake (PoS) blockchains such as Tezos, Ethereum (via ETH2), Cosmos, and others, Ledger Live Desktop lets you delegate or stake your assets easily and monitor rewards over time. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4} Everything still goes through your hardware wallet’s confirmation flow.
Ledger Live Desktop includes support for viewing Ethereum and Polygon NFTs directly in the app. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5} Additionally, Ledger Live works together with dApps and Web3 protocols, enabling you to connect your wallet to decentralized applications safely. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Ledger Live Desktop is also your control center for managing your Ledger device. You can install or remove coin‑specific “apps” on the device, update firmware, manage storage, and check device status — all within the app. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
Note: The app may prompt you to update firmware or device apps. Always follow the prompts and verify them on your device screen.
Yes — the app is free to download and use. You only pay standard blockchain fees or third-party service charges for swaps, purchases, or network transactions. :contentReference[oaicite:20]{index=20}
No — the software is designed to work in tandem with a Ledger hardware wallet. Without the device, you won’t have access to your private keys or transaction signing. :contentReference[oaicite:21]{index=21}
Ledger Live Desktop supports over 5,000+ coins and tokens, including popular chains and ERC‑20 assets. :contentReference[oaicite:22]{index=22}
You can recover access to your funds on a new device using your 24-word recovery phrase — your assets are stored on the blockchain, not in the app. :contentReference[oaicite:23]{index=23}
Firmware updates are essential for security, bug fixes, and new feature support. You should always install updates, following the instructions carefully on the device screen. :contentReference[oaicite:24]{index=24}
Ledger Live Desktop is the ideal bridge between the power of a hardware wallet and the convenience of software. It offers a secure, all‑in‑one solution to manage your crypto — whether sending, staking, swapping, or viewing NFTs — without compromising on safety.
If you value control, transparency, and defense against remote threats, pairing Ledger Live Desktop with your Ledger hardware wallet is the gold standard. Download from the official site today, connect your device, and begin your secure crypto journey.