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Review official product details and compatibility. Buy only through a trusted channel, and check that packaging and device setup instructions are as expected.
START
WITH CARE ✳
A WALKTHROUGH FOR FIRST-TIMERSWITH CARE ✳
Your first wallet.
Step by considered step.
Preparation makes setup easier. Learn what to expect, what to protect, and when to pause.
View the roadmap ↓THE SETUP ROADMAP
Understand the journey before you begin.
Ledger.com/Start provides the official entry point to Ledger setup resources. Follow the instructions currently shown in official software and documentation; screens and steps can change over time.
Install official companion software
Use the official source and verify the publisher. Avoid search ads, unsolicited links, and lookalike downloads that imitate familiar brands.
Create and secure your backup
Follow the device’s prompts to generate a recovery phrase. Record it offline and privately. Never accept a phrase sent to you by another person.
Practice with a small action
Learn how to confirm details on-screen. If you choose to transact, understand the network, fees, and risks first—then verify before approving.
A FEW REMINDERS
Questions worth asking.
Should I tell anyone my recovery phrase?
No. It is secret backup information. A request for it is a reason to stop, even if the sender claims to be support.
What if the screen or address looks wrong?
Do not approve. Cancel, check the official support instructions, and understand the cause before trying again.
Where can I get current instructions?
Use Ledger’s support center and the official Ledger Academy. Ledger.com/Start helps organize a first visit; always prioritize up-to-date official guidance.
There’s no prize for rushing.
Take time to understand self-custody and the responsibility it brings. This guide is educational, not financial advice.
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