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Welcome to Ledger.com/Start - Your Trusted Partner for Secure Bitcoin Trading
Ledger is renowned for its high-quality hardware wallets designed to secure your cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin. The Ledger hardware wallet provides a robust and secure way to manage your digital assets, ensuring that your private keys remain protected. Whether you're new to cryptocurrency trading or an experienced trader, this guide will help you set up your Ledger device and start trading Bitcoin securely.
Setting Up Your Ledger Device
. Unboxing Your Ledger Wallet
When you receive your Ledger hardware wallet, ensure that the packaging is intact and that the security seals are not tampered with. This ensures that your device has not been compromised.
. Connecting Your Ledger Device
Connect your Ledger device to your computer using the provided USB cable. If you're using a Ledger Nano X, you can also connect it via Bluetooth to your mobile device.
. Accessing Ledger Live
Download and install the Ledger Live application from the official Ledger website (ledger.com). Ledger Live is the companion app for your Ledger hardware wallet, allowing you to manage your cryptocurrencies and access various features.
. Initializing Your Ledger Device
Follow the on-screen instructions in Ledger Live to initialize your device. You will be prompted to create a new wallet or restore an existing one. Choose "Create a new wallet" to set up a new wallet.
. Creating a PIN Code
Set up a secure PIN code for your Ledger device. This PIN code will be required each time you connect your device, adding an extra layer of security.
. Writing Down Your Recovery Phrase
Your Ledger device will generate a 24-word recovery phrase. This phrase is crucial for recovering your wallet if your device is lost or damaged. Write down the recovery phrase on the provided recovery sheet and store it in a safe place. Do not store it digitally or share it with anyone.
. Confirming Your Recovery Phrase
To ensure that you have accurately recorded your recovery phrase, Ledger will ask you to confirm it by selecting the words in the correct order. This step verifies that you have correctly saved your recovery phrase.
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