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Getting started with your Ledger
Own a Ledger? Open your model below. We explain how to confirm it is authentic, where to download Ledger Wallet, where the manufacturer's own manual lives and how to manage the backup, PIN code and firmware updates.
Never share your recovery phraseNobody at cryptomaan, BTC Direct or Ledger will ever request it, whether by email, phone or chat. And don't enter it when a site or app prompts you for it.
Download Ledger Wallet from ledger.com/start onlyAvoid finding the app through a search engine or an advert, as counterfeit apps that steal recovery phrases can appear there.
Select your Ledger
Ledger
Ledger Flex
1Verify first
How to tell if your Ledger Flex is the real thing
- Buy from Ledger or an official reseller.
- Go through the contents of the box.
- The Recovery Sheet should be blank.
- The device boots to a welcome screen and does not ask for an existing PIN; you pick your own PIN code.
- Run the Ledger Genuine Check in the Ledger Wallet app: during installation, or via My Ledger, which should read 'Your device is genuine'.
- Packaging seal
- Yes: all Flex boxes have an anti-tamper seal. There is no plastic film around the box.
- In the box
- 1 Ledger Flex, 1 USB-C to USB-C cable, 3 Recovery Sheets, 1 Ledger Recovery Key, manual
- Inspect the hardware
2Getting started
Only download the software fromledger.com/start
- App
- Ledger Wallet (previously Ledger Live)
- Need a phone or computer?
- Setup is possible without the app, but Ledger strongly recommends the Ledger Wallet app on a smartphone or computer. The app is needed to add apps, update Ledger OS and verify authenticity; reviewing and signing happen on the device
- Phone
- Android 10+, iOS 15+
- Computer
- Windows 10+ (64-bit), macOS 12 (Monterey)+, Ubuntu 20.04+ (64-bit); no ARM builds of Windows or Ubuntu; not compatible with Chromebooks
3Backup and access
- Backup
- 24-word recovery phrase on paper (Recovery Sheet), Ledger Recovery Key (included NFC card with PIN code), Ledger Recover (optional subscription)
- PIN code
- PIN code of 4 to 8 digits; the device erases itself after 3 failed attempts
- Passphrase
- Yes, up to 100 characters; set on the device as a temporary passphrase or tied to a second PIN code
- Recovering in another wallet
- Yes, the 24-word recovery phrase follows the BIP39 standard and can be restored in other wallets that support BIP39
Restoring, or forgot your code?
4Keeping it current
- Updating firmware
- Ledger OS updates through the Ledger Wallet app on desktop or mobile; the model still gets updates
More about this wallet
- Third-party wallets
- MetaMask, Phantom, Rabby, Electrum, Sparrow, Rainbow, Zerion, MyEtherWallet, Guarda and more (50+ in total)
- Coins supported
- Ledger's current list
- BTC Direct integration
- Yes
- Support from Ledger
- Ledger support page
- Guarantee
- 2-year warranty through cryptomaan.eu Warranty and complaints
- Product page
- Ledger Flex on cryptomaan.eu
Ledger Nano Gen5
1Verify first
How to tell if your Ledger Nano Gen5 is the real thing
- Buy from Ledger or an official reseller.
- Go through the contents of the box.
- The Recovery Sheet should be blank.
- The device boots to a welcome screen and does not ask for an existing PIN; you pick your own PIN code.
- Run the Ledger Genuine Check in the Ledger Wallet app: during installation, or via My Ledger, which should read 'Your device is genuine'.
- Packaging seal
- Yes
- In the box
- 1 Ledger Nano Gen5, 1 USB-C to USB-C cable, 3 Recovery Sheets, 1 Ledger Recovery Key, safety and regulatory leaflet
- Inspect the hardware
2Getting started
Only download the software fromledger.com/start
- App
- Ledger Wallet (previously Ledger Live)
- Need a phone or computer?
- Setup is possible without the app, but Ledger strongly recommends the Ledger Wallet app on a smartphone or computer. The app is needed to add apps, update Ledger OS and verify authenticity; reviewing and signing happen on the device
- Phone
- Android 10+, iOS 15+
- Computer
- Windows 10+ (64-bit), macOS 12 (Monterey)+, Ubuntu 20.04+ (64-bit); no ARM builds of Windows or Ubuntu; not compatible with Chromebooks
3Backup and access
- Backup
- 24-word recovery phrase on paper (Recovery Sheet), Ledger Recovery Key (included NFC card with PIN code), Ledger Recover (optional subscription)
- PIN code
- PIN code of 4 to 8 digits; the device erases itself after 3 failed attempts
- Passphrase
- Yes, up to 100 characters; set on the device as a temporary passphrase or tied to a second PIN code
- Recovering in another wallet
- Yes, the 24-word recovery phrase follows the BIP39 standard and can be restored in other wallets that support BIP39
Restoring, or forgot your code?
4Keeping it current
- Updating firmware
- Ledger OS updates through the Ledger Wallet app on desktop or mobile; the model still gets updates
More about this wallet
- Third-party wallets
- MetaMask, Phantom, Rabby, Electrum, Sparrow, Rainbow, Zerion, MyEtherWallet, Guarda and more (50+ in total)
- Coins supported
- Ledger's current list
- BTC Direct integration
- Yes
- Support from Ledger
- Ledger support page
- Guarantee
- 2-year warranty through cryptomaan.eu Warranty and complaints
- Product page
- Ledger Nano Gen5 on cryptomaan.eu
Ledger Stax
1Verify first
How to tell if your Ledger Stax is the real thing
- Buy from Ledger or an official reseller.
- Go through the contents of the box.
- The Recovery Sheet should be blank.
- The device boots to a welcome screen and does not ask for an existing PIN; you pick your own PIN code.
- Run the Ledger Genuine Check in the Ledger Wallet app: during installation, or via My Ledger, which should read 'Your device is genuine'.
- In the box
- 1 Ledger Stax, 1 USB-C to USB-C cable, 3 Recovery Sheets, 1 Ledger Stax Magnet Shell, 1 Ledger Recovery Key, manual
- Inspect the hardware
2Getting started
Only download the software fromledger.com/start
- App
- Ledger Wallet (previously Ledger Live)
- Need a phone or computer?
- Setup is possible without the app, but Ledger strongly recommends the Ledger Wallet app on a smartphone or computer. The app is needed to add apps, update Ledger OS and verify authenticity; reviewing and signing happen on the device
- Phone
- Android 10+, iOS 15+
- Computer
- Windows 10+ (64-bit), macOS 12 (Monterey)+, Ubuntu 20.04+ (64-bit); no ARM builds of Windows or Ubuntu; not compatible with Chromebooks
3Backup and access
- Backup
- 24-word recovery phrase on paper (Recovery Sheet), Ledger Recovery Key (included NFC card with PIN code), Ledger Recover (optional subscription)
- PIN code
- PIN code of 4 to 8 digits; the device erases itself after 3 failed attempts
- Passphrase
- Yes, up to 100 characters; set on the device as a temporary passphrase or tied to a second PIN code
- Recovering in another wallet
- Yes, the 24-word recovery phrase follows the BIP39 standard and can be restored in other wallets that support BIP39
Restoring, or forgot your code?
4Keeping it current
- Updating firmware
- Ledger OS updates through the Ledger Wallet app on desktop or mobile; the model still gets updates
More about this wallet
- Third-party wallets
- MetaMask, Phantom, Rabby, Electrum, Sparrow, Rainbow, Zerion, MyEtherWallet, Guarda and more (50+ in total)
- Coins supported
- Ledger's current list
- BTC Direct integration
- Yes
- Support from Ledger
- Ledger support page
- Guarantee
- 2-year warranty through cryptomaan.eu Warranty and complaints
- Product page
- Ledger Stax on cryptomaan.eu
Ledger Nano S Plus
1Verify first
How to tell if your Ledger Nano S Plus is the real thing
- Buy from Ledger or an official reseller.
- Go through the contents of the box.
- The Recovery Sheet should be blank.
- The device boots to the 'Welcome to Ledger Nano S Plus' screen and does not ask for an existing PIN; you pick your own PIN code.
- The Ledger Genuine Check in the Ledger Wallet app runs during installation and each time you connect to My Ledger.
- In the box
- 1 Ledger Nano S Plus, 1 USB-C to USB-A cable, 3 Recovery Sheets, 1 keychain strap, safety and regulatory leaflet
- Inspect the hardware
2Getting started
Only download the software fromledger.com/start
- App
- Ledger Wallet (previously Ledger Live)
- Need a phone or computer?
- Yes: the device has no battery and only works when plugged into a computer or Android phone over USB. PIN code and recovery phrase are set on the device itself; adding apps, accounts and transactions require the Ledger Wallet app
- Phone
- Android 10+ (via USB cable); not compatible with iOS
- Computer
- Windows 10+ (64-bit), macOS 12 (Monterey)+, Ubuntu 20.04+ (64-bit); no ARM builds of Windows or Ubuntu; not compatible with Chromebooks
3Backup and access
- Backup
- 24-word recovery phrase on paper (Recovery Sheet), Ledger Recover (optional subscription). The Ledger Recovery Key does not work with this model (no NFC)
- PIN code
- PIN code of 4 to 8 digits; the device erases itself after 3 failed attempts
- Passphrase
- Yes, up to 100 characters; set on the device as a temporary passphrase or tied to a second PIN code
- Recovering in another wallet
- Yes, the 24-word recovery phrase follows the BIP39 standard and can be restored in other wallets that support BIP39
Restoring, or forgot your code?
4Keeping it current
- Updating firmware
- Ledger OS updates through the Ledger Wallet app on desktop, or on Android over USB; the model still gets updates
More about this wallet
- Third-party wallets
- MetaMask, Phantom, Rabby, Electrum, Sparrow, Rainbow, Zerion, MyEtherWallet, Guarda and more (50+ in total)
- Coins supported
- Ledger's current list
- BTC Direct integration
- Yes
- Support from Ledger
- Ledger support page
- Guarantee
- 2-year warranty through cryptomaan.eu Warranty and complaints
- Product page
- Ledger Nano S Plus on cryptomaan.eu
Ledger Nano X
1Verify first
How to tell if your Ledger Nano X is the real thing
- Buy from Ledger or an official reseller.
- Go through the contents of the box.
- The Recovery Sheet should be blank.
- The device boots to the 'Welcome to Ledger Nano X' screen and does not ask for an existing PIN; you pick your own PIN code.
- The Ledger Genuine Check in the Ledger Wallet app runs during installation and each time you connect to My Ledger.
- In the box
- 1 Ledger Nano X, 1 USB-C to USB-A cable, 3 Recovery Sheets, 1 keychain strap, safety and regulatory leaflet
- Inspect the hardware
2Getting started
Only download the software fromledger.com/start
- App
- Ledger Wallet (previously Ledger Live)
- Need a phone or computer?
- Yes: PIN code and recovery phrase are set on the device itself, but adding apps and accounts, checking balances and transacting require the Ledger Wallet app on a computer or smartphone
- Phone
- Android 10+, iOS 15+
- Computer
- Windows 10+ (64-bit), macOS 12 (Monterey)+, Ubuntu 20.04+ (64-bit); no ARM builds of Windows or Ubuntu; not compatible with Chromebooks
3Backup and access
- Backup
- 24-word recovery phrase on paper (Recovery Sheet), Ledger Recover (optional subscription). The Ledger Recovery Key does not work with this model (no NFC)
- PIN code
- PIN code of 4 to 8 digits; the device erases itself after 3 failed attempts
- Passphrase
- Yes, up to 100 characters; set on the device as a temporary passphrase or tied to a second PIN code
- Recovering in another wallet
- Yes, the 24-word recovery phrase follows the BIP39 standard and can be restored in other wallets that support BIP39
Restoring, or forgot your code?
4Keeping it current
- Updating firmware
- Ledger OS updates through the Ledger Wallet app: on desktop or Android over USB, or over Bluetooth in the mobile app (from Ledger OS 2.4.1); the model still gets updates
More about this wallet
- Third-party wallets
- MetaMask, Phantom, Rabby, Electrum, Sparrow, Rainbow, Zerion, MyEtherWallet, Guarda and more (50+ in total)
- Coins supported
- Ledger's current list
- BTC Direct integration
- Yes
- Support from Ledger
- Ledger support page
- Guarantee
- 2-year warranty through cryptomaan.eu Warranty and complaints
- Product page
- Ledger Nano X on cryptomaan.eu
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Updated 11 October 2026
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