Ledger Live Desktop® – Securely Track, Buy, Swap & Stake Crypto

Overview — Ledger Live Desktop® at a glance

Ledger Live Desktop® – Securely Track, Buy, Swap & Stake Crypto is the official desktop application engineered to work with Ledger hardware wallets and provide a secure, full-featured crypto management experience. Ledger Live Desktop® keeps private keys inside the Ledger secure element and provides a desktop interface to track balances, manage accounts, buy crypto, execute swaps, stake eligible tokens, and connect to selected Web3 integrations — all with clear, human-readable transaction details and physical on-device confirmations.

The app is designed for both beginners and power users: Ledger Live Desktop® offers simple guided onboarding flows, contextual help, and clear warnings for risky operations, while advanced users can manage multiple accounts, use advanced analytics, and interact with supported decentralized applications safely.

Core features — Track, Buy, Swap, Stake

• Secure portfolio tracking: Real-time valuations, historical charts, and allocation views inside Ledger Live Desktop® – Securely Track, Buy, Swap & Stake Crypto so you can monitor performance and rebalance with confidence.
• Integrated buy/onramp: Buy crypto via compliant partners directly within Ledger Live Desktop® — fund your Ledger-managed accounts without exposing private keys.
• In-app swaps: Swap tokens in-app using best-route comparisons and transparent fee breakdowns in Ledger Live Desktop® – Securely Track, Buy, Swap & Stake Crypto.
• Staking & rewards: Stake supported Proof-of-Stake tokens through Ledger Live Desktop® to earn rewards while keeping custody on your device.
• Device & firmware manager: Install blockchain-specific apps and keep your Ledger firmware up to date using Ledger Live Desktop® for improved security and compatibility.
• dApp & NFT access (trusted integrations): Connect safely to supported dApps and manage NFTs with on-device signing and confirmation flows to reduce risk.

Ledger Live Desktop® – Securely Track, Buy, Swap & Stake Crypto is updated regularly to add new asset support, improve user experience, and integrate new security protections. Updates are delivered through the desktop app with clear release notes and integrity checks.

Security — hardware-backed and privacy-first

Security is the foundation of Ledger Live Desktop®. Private keys are generated and stored inside your Ledger hardware wallet's secure chip. Ledger Live Desktop® – Securely Track, Buy, Swap & Stake Crypto never exposes private keys to your computer or the internet. All signing requests (send, swap, contract interactions, staking operations) require the user's physical confirmation on the Ledger device, ensuring a human-in-the-loop control.

Ledger Live Desktop® also offers firmware authenticity checks, app integrity verification, and clear transaction summaries. These protections help users identify phishing attempts, avoid fraudulent contracts, and maintain high operational security. When combined with best practices (secure backup of recovery phrase, firmware updates via official channels, and verifying URLs), Ledger Live Desktop® helps you reduce the attack surface for your crypto holdings.

Getting started — install and set up in minutes

Follow these simple steps to start using Ledger Live Desktop® – Securely Track, Buy, Swap & Stake Crypto:

1. Download Ledger Live Desktop® for Windows, macOS or Linux from the official site.
2. Open the app, connect and unlock your Ledger hardware wallet, and follow the guided onboarding flow.
3. Install blockchain apps on your Ledger device via Ledger Live Desktop® and add accounts for Bitcoin, Ethereum and other supported assets.
4. Use the integrated buy/onramp to fund accounts, swap tokens where needed, and stake supported assets from within Ledger Live Desktop®.

Ledger Live Desktop® – Securely Track, Buy, Swap & Stake Crypto includes step-by-step help and tooltips to make setup safe and straightforward for users of all levels.

Who benefits from Ledger Live Desktop®

Ledger Live Desktop® – Securely Track, Buy, Swap & Stake Crypto is built for a wide range of users: long-term holders who prioritize custody, active traders who need secure swaps, DeFi and NFT enthusiasts who want safe dApp access, developers and power users managing multiple accounts, and families or small businesses looking for non-custodial asset oversight.

FAQ — quick answers

Q: Is Ledger Live Desktop® free?
A: Yes — Ledger Live Desktop® – Securely Track, Buy, Swap & Stake Crypto is free to download. Third-party services used for buying or swapping may charge fees.

Q: Do I need a Ledger device?
A: Ledger Live Desktop® is designed to pair with Ledger hardware wallets. The device provides hardware-backed private key security. Without a Ledger device, you won't have the same hardware-backed protection.

Q: Can I stake via Ledger Live Desktop®?
A: Yes — many Proof-of-Stake tokens are supported for staking inside Ledger Live Desktop® while keeping custody on your Ledger device.

Ready to Securely Track, Buy, Swap & Stake Crypto?

Download Ledger Live Desktop® – Securely Track, Buy, Swap & Stake Crypto today to begin managing your crypto with hardware-backed security. Ledger Live Desktop® gives you a unified, secure interface to track portfolio performance, buy crypto with trusted partners, swap tokens with confidence, and stake for rewards — all while keeping your private keys safe on your Ledger device.