Ledger Start
Secure your digital life — small, friendly steps
Secure your digital assets with clear steps, colorful guidance, and practical tips.
Ledger Start is a gentle landing page designed to introduce secure custody, simple backups, and clear next steps for people who want control over their digital valuables. This page explains why security matters, how to begin, and what best practices make security practical and approachable.
Begin with a plan
Decide what you want to protect and why. Prioritizing makes security realistic — focus on the few assets that matter most and protect them first.
Use hardware for long-term storage
Hardware devices keep private keys off the internet. Think of them as physical safes for your digital valuables — simple to use once set up correctly.
Backup and recover
Create a robust backup plan. Store recovery phrases in safe locations and test recovery procedures in a low-stakes environment so you know the process works.
Getting started — concrete steps
Start small: choose a single device or account you want to secure and treat the setup like setting up a bank safe deposit. Unbox the device in a calm setting, follow the official onboarding screens, and write down recovery information exactly as displayed. Never store your recovery phrase in cloud notes or photos.
After setup, perform a simple test. Send a tiny amount you can afford to lose, confirm the recipient address carefully, and then attempt to recover the wallet from the recovery phrase on a companion device. Practicing recovery increases confidence and reduces the chance of surprises later.
Security best practices
Use unique passphrases where supported, keep firmware updated from official sources, and verify any software downloads by checking signatures or official checksums. Consider separating assets by use case (everyday spending vs long-term holdings) and use different devices or accounts if that helps manage risk.
Finally, document your plan in writing: who has access, where backups are stored, and what steps a trusted person should follow if you become unavailable. Clear documentation makes recovery possible without exposing your secrets to the internet.
Community & support
Learning is easier with friendly help. Join user communities, read official guides, and consult trusted tutorials. When in doubt, prioritize official sources and avoid unsolicited help. If you reach out for live support, never share your recovery phrase or private keys — legitimate support will never ask for them.
If you'd like a printable checklist or a one-page setup guide, click “Starter Checklist” above. That guide will help you prepare the physical materials, list decisions to make, and provide a simple verification plan for testing recovery.