Ledger Live Desktop – Secure Crypto Portfolio & Wallet App

Overview

Ledger Live Desktop provides a secure, private, and intuitive environment for storing, sending, receiving, and staking cryptocurrencies. Designed for both newcomers and advanced users, the app links with hardware wallets to keep your private keys offline while giving you a beautiful, responsive desktop experience.

Secure Hardware

Integrates with Ledger hardware keys for offline private key protection.

Portfolio View

Consolidated balances, performance charts, and asset breakdown.

Swap & Staking

On-ramp/off-ramp, swap between tokens, and stake supported coins.

Price Alerts

Set custom alerts and automated notifications for price moves.

Security-first design

Built to minimize attack surface: hardware signing, transaction review, and encrypted local data storage.

Privacy & control

No account required — your data stays under your control. Use local device sync and encrypted backups.

Detailed Features

Multi-account and multi-currency support with per-asset settings
Custom fees, advanced transaction previews, and signature verification
Performance analytics: P&L, historical charts, tax export tools
Seamless firmware updates and device health checks

Frequently asked questions

1. Is Ledger Live free to use?

Yes — the desktop app is free to download and use. Transaction fees for network transfers and third-party services may apply.

2. How does it protect my private keys?

Private keys never leave your Ledger hardware device. Ledger Live prepares transactions locally and sends them to the device for cryptographic signing.

3. Can I use Ledger Live on multiple computers?

Yes. You can install Ledger Live on multiple devices and connect the same hardware wallet. Use encrypted backups or local sync to keep settings consistent.

4. Does Ledger Live support staking?

Ledger Live supports staking for several assets. Staking availability depends on the coin and current network validators; check the app for supported choices.

5. What do I do if I lose my device?