Ledger Live Desktop is a dedicated application for managing digital assets on a personal computer. Designed to work seamlessly with Ledger hardware wallets, it provides a secure and controlled environment for viewing, sending, and receiving cryptocurrency.
Ledger Live Desktop serves as the central hub for interacting with your Ledger hardware wallet on Windows, macOS, and Linux systems.
Built specifically for larger screens, Ledger Live Desktop offers a clear and structured layout. Portfolio details, transaction history, and account management tools are easy to access and navigate on a desktop or laptop computer.
Private keys never leave the Ledger device. The desktop application acts only as an interface, ensuring sensitive data remains isolated from the operating system and connected networks.
Users can manage multiple accounts and asset types from one desktop dashboard. This makes Ledger Live Desktop suitable for both everyday users and those managing diverse portfolios.
The desktop workflow is designed to be direct, secure, and easy to follow, even for first-time users.
Install Ledger Live Desktop from the official Ledger source for your operating system. Desktop installation ensures full feature access and stable performance.
Use a USB connection to link your Ledger hardware wallet to your computer. Unlock the device with your PIN to begin the session.
Ledger Live Desktop verifies the authenticity of the connected device. This step helps ensure that only genuine Ledger hardware is used with the application.
Once connected, users can view balances, add accounts, send and receive funds, and approve transactions directly on the Ledger device for maximum security.
Ledger Live Desktop emphasizes strong separation between software and private key storage.
Unlike online wallets or browser extensions, Ledger Live Desktop does not store sensitive credentials on the computer. All approvals must be physically confirmed on the Ledger device, providing an additional layer of protection against malware and unauthorized access.
The desktop environment allows users to review transaction details on a larger screen while still relying on the hardware wallet for final authorization. This balance of visibility and security is a key advantage of using Ledger Live on desktop systems.
Answers to common questions about Ledger Live Desktop.
Ledger Live Desktop is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, allowing users to manage assets across most major desktop platforms.