Ledger Live on Every Platform: Official Download and Install Guide
Whether you use a Windows laptop, a Mac, a Linux desktop or a phone, the rule for getting Ledger Live is the same: start at ledger.com, the only official domain of Ledger SAS. This guide walks through each platform separately so you know exactly what a genuine download looks like on your system.
Official Name Update
The app now carries the name Ledger Wallet (formerly Ledger Live). Nothing about the safe download process has changed with the rename.
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Download Ledger Live at ledger.com ↗ Opens official domain shop.ledger.com/pages/ledger-wallet · Never download from search ads or third-party mirrorsPlatform Overview
Review the official distribution sources, binary formats, connection protocols, and verification methods across all supported desktop and mobile systems:
| Parameter | Windows | macOS | Linux | iOS | Android |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Source | ledger.com |
ledger.com |
ledger.com |
App Store | Google Play |
| Format | .exe |
.dmg |
.AppImage |
Store app | Store app |
| Connection | USB | USB | USB | Bluetooth | Bluetooth or USB-OTG |
| Identity check | Publisher: Ledger | Signed by Ledger | Official page only | Developer: Ledger | Package com.ledger.live |
Supported Hardware & Connectivity
Supported hardware: Nano S Plus, Nano X, Nano Gen5, Flex and Stax. On mobile, Bluetooth works with the Nano X, Nano Gen5, Flex and Stax; the Nano S Plus connects to Android phones with a USB-OTG cable.
Critical Warning: No Online or Browser Version
Ledger Live has no web version and no browser extension. If a site lets you “open Ledger Live online,” leave it.
Getting to the Real Download Page
Direct Domain Entry
Type ledger.com directly into your browser. Skip search ads.
Domain Verification
Check that the domain is precisely ledger.com. Lookalikes such as ledger.io or hyphenated variants are not Ledger.
Open the Ledger Wallet Page
Open the Ledger Wallet page (shop.ledger.com/pages/ledger-wallet is the same official site).
Select Target Platform
Choose your platform. For mobile, use the store buttons on that page.
Bookmark Authentic URL
Bookmark it for all future updates and checks.
Windows Installation
- Download the
.exefromledger.com. - Open it. In the User Account Control dialog, confirm that the verified publisher is Ledger.
- Accept the installer steps and launch the app.
Unknown Publisher Alert
If Windows reports an unknown publisher, the file did not come from Ledger. Delete it.
macOS Installation
- Download the
.dmgfromledger.com. - Double-click it and drag the app to Applications.
- Open it from Applications. macOS checks the signature; it should identify Ledger as the developer.
Linux Installation
- Download the
.AppImagefromledger.com. - Grant execute permission:
chmod +xplus the file name, or tick “Allow executing” in file properties. - Launch it. If the device is not seen over USB, add the udev rules from Ledger’s support documentation and reconnect.
Linux Terminal Command
To grant execution permissions to the downloaded AppImage via terminal:
chmod +x ledger-live-desktop-*.AppImage
First Launch (All Desktop Systems)
Initialization
Click Get started.
Hardware Identification
Select your Ledger model.
Configuration Flow
Choose set up a new device, restore, or connect an existing device.
Hardware Connection
Connect with USB.
Genuine Cryptographic Check
Complete the Genuine check, which confirms the hardware is authentic.
Coin Apps & Portfolio
Use My Ledger to install apps for the coins you hold, then add accounts.
When you send or receive, confirm the address and amount on the device screen. With Clear Signing, supported transactions show readable details before you approve.
Risks of Unofficial Sources
Downloading from anywhere other than ledger.com or the official stores exposes you to:
- Recovery phrase theft through fake “restore” or “verify” screens
- Malware bundled into repackaged installers
- Address substitution by clipboard-hijacking software
- Fake firmware or app updates delivered through pop-ups, emails or messages
- Permanent loss of funds, since on-chain transfers can’t be undone
Red Flags by Platform
- Windows: unknown publisher, installer delivered inside a
.zip - macOS: the system warns the developer cannot be verified
- Linux: a “Ledger” script you’re told to pipe into your terminal from a random site
- Mobile: a store listing from a different developer, or very few reviews
Golden Custody Principle
Most important: never type your 24 words into any website, app form, chat or support request. They belong on paper and inside your device — nowhere else.
Need Help Configuring Features & Daily Tasks?
Read our primary editorial walkthrough covering portfolio tracking, on-device clear signing, staking, and how the Secure Element chip safeguards private keys.
Read: Ledger Live Setup & Features Guide → The Cold Enclave Chronicle Editorial ReviewFrequently asked questions
How can I tell the Windows installer is genuine?
Download it only from ledger.com and check the publisher name in the Windows security prompt. It should show Ledger.
Does Ledger Live work on Linux?
Yes. Ledger provides an AppImage. You may need udev rules for the device to be recognized over USB.
Someone from “Ledger support” asked for my 24 words. What should I do?
Stop responding. Ledger never asks for your recovery phrase. Anyone who does is attempting theft.
Is searching the app store for “Ledger” safe?
It is safer to follow the store link from ledger.com, then confirm the developer is Ledger before installing.
Do I need Ledger Recover to use the app?
No. Ledger Recover is an optional paid backup subscription. The app works fully without it.