Ledger Live Desktop:
Your Gateway to Secure
Crypto Management
The all-in-one desktop application for managing your cryptocurrency portfolio with enterprise-grade security. Buy, sell, exchange, stake, and track your digital assets—all while keeping your private keys secure on your Ledger hardware wallet.
Everything You Need to Manage
Your Crypto Assets
Ledger Live Desktop combines powerful features with an intuitive interface, giving you complete control over your cryptocurrency portfolio from a single, secure application.
Complete Portfolio Management
View all your cryptocurrency holdings across multiple blockchains in one unified dashboard. Track real-time values, historical performance, and asset allocation with advanced portfolio analytics and insights.
Buy, Sell & Swap Instantly
Access integrated crypto exchanges and swap services directly from Ledger Live Desktop. Compare rates from multiple providers to get the best deals on your cryptocurrency transactions without compromising security.
Bank-Grade Security
Your private keys remain secure in your Ledger hardware wallet, never exposed to the internet. Every transaction requires physical confirmation on your device, protecting you from malware and phishing attacks.
Earn Passive Income
Stake Ethereum, Cardano, Polkadot, Tezos, Cosmos, and other proof-of-stake cryptocurrencies directly from Ledger Live Desktop. Earn rewards while maintaining complete control and custody of your assets.
DeFi & dApp Access
Connect to thousands of decentralized applications and DeFi protocols through WalletConnect integration. Explore lending, borrowing, yield farming, and NFT marketplaces while your Ledger device keeps your assets protected.
Secure Backup & Recovery
Your 24-word recovery phrase ensures you can always restore your accounts even if you lose your device. Ledger's industry-standard BIP39 implementation guarantees compatibility and long-term access to your funds.
Security You Can Trust,
Control You Deserve
Ledger Live Desktop works exclusively with Ledger hardware wallets to provide uncompromising security for your digital assets. The combination of offline private key storage and desktop convenience creates the perfect balance between accessibility and protection.
Why Ledger Live Desktop is Essential for Serious Crypto Investors
Comprehensive Asset Support: Ledger Live Desktop supports over 5,500 cryptocurrencies and tokens, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, all ERC-20 tokens, and emerging blockchain networks. Whether you're holding blue-chip cryptocurrencies or exploring new DeFi tokens, Ledger Live provides seamless management for your entire portfolio.
Real-Time Market Data: Stay informed with live price feeds, 24-hour changes, market capitalization data, and historical charts. Make informed investment decisions with comprehensive market analytics built directly into the application, eliminating the need to switch between multiple platforms.
Advanced Transaction Management: Customize transaction fees to optimize for speed or cost efficiency. View detailed transaction histories with blockchain explorer integration, export data for tax reporting, and manage multiple accounts across different cryptocurrencies—all from a single, intuitive interface.
Cross-Platform Synchronization: While Ledger Live Desktop provides the full-featured experience on your computer, your accounts seamlessly sync with Ledger Live Mobile, giving you portfolio visibility and transaction capabilities wherever you go. Your security never compromises, regardless of which platform you use.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Ledger Live Desktop and how it keeps your cryptocurrency secure.
Ledger Live Desktop is a free desktop application designed to work seamlessly with Ledger hardware wallets. It provides a secure interface for managing cryptocurrency portfolios, executing transactions, and accessing DeFi services. The application connects to your Ledger device via USB or Bluetooth, ensuring your private keys never leave the secure hardware wallet. All transactions must be physically confirmed on your Ledger device, providing an additional layer of security against remote attacks and malware.
Yes, Ledger Live Desktop is completely free to download and use. There are no subscription fees or hidden costs for the software itself. You only pay network fees (gas fees) when making transactions on the blockchain, which go to miners or validators—not to Ledger. When using integrated services like buying, selling, or swapping cryptocurrencies through third-party providers, those services may charge optional fees that are clearly displayed before you confirm any transaction.
Ledger Live Desktop is available for Windows (Windows 10 and Windows 11), macOS (macOS 10.15 Catalina and later versions), and Linux (including Ubuntu, Fedora, Arch Linux, and other major distributions). The application is regularly updated to maintain compatibility with the latest operating system versions and security patches. You can download the appropriate version for your operating system directly from the official Ledger website.
Ledger Live Desktop supports over 5,500 cryptocurrencies and tokens, including all major assets like Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and thousands of ERC-20, BEP-20, TRC-20, and other blockchain tokens. The platform continuously adds support for new digital assets as the cryptocurrency ecosystem evolves. You can manage multiple accounts for each supported cryptocurrency, allowing for flexible portfolio organization and management strategies.
Yes, Ledger Live Desktop offers integrated staking services for multiple proof-of-stake cryptocurrencies including Ethereum (ETH), Cardano (ADA), Polkadot (DOT), Tezos (XTZ), Cosmos (ATOM), Algorand (ALGO), Tron (TRX), and many others. You can stake directly from the application while maintaining full custody of your assets through your Ledger hardware wallet. Staking rewards are automatically credited to your account, and you can monitor your earnings, validators, and staking performance directly within Ledger Live.
Yes, Ledger Live Desktop is designed to work exclusively with Ledger hardware wallets, including Ledger Nano S, Nano S Plus, Nano X, and Ledger Stax. The hardware wallet provides the secure element that stores your private keys offline, while Ledger Live Desktop serves as the user-friendly interface for managing your assets. This two-factor approach ensures maximum security—your private keys never touch your computer, protecting you from malware, keyloggers, and remote attacks that could compromise software-only wallets.
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