This page is a neutral, educational overview that explains how Ledger Live login works on desktop and mobile, how to avoid common mistakes, and what to do when something goes wrong. It does not collect information, request your recovery phrase, or imitate the official app. Your wallet remains under your control at all times.
Use the installed Ledger Live app for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, or Android. Avoid web forms that ask for secrets.
An optional ledger‑app password locks the interface. Your device PIN and recovery phrase never go into the app or any website.
Yes, by restoring your hardware wallet on the device itself using the 24‑word recovery phrase. Never type those words on a keyboard.
Unlike a website account, Ledger Live doesn’t authenticate you on a central server. Instead, your hardware wallet generates and stores private keys offline. The app pairs with your device to read public information (like addresses and balances) and to request signatures when you approve a transaction. You can add an app password for privacy on your computer or phone, but the true security boundary is the Ledger device.
Because there’s no server account, there’s nothing for a hacker to “reset” remotely. If you forget the optional app password, you can reinstall the application and reconnect your device. As long as your 24‑word recovery phrase is secure and your device PIN is known only to you, your funds remain safe.
Important: If any site asks you to “log in to Ledger Live” by entering your mnemonic, it’s a phishing attempt. Close it immediately.
Both experiences are secure when used with a genuine Ledger device. Desktop is ideal for power users who manage multiple networks, perform frequent swaps, or prefer a larger layout for reviewing transactions. Mobile shines for quick balance checks, light management on the go, and biometric convenience. The underlying security is unchanged because approvals occur on the hardware wallet either way.
If you often connect to third‑party dApps, the desktop version with a trusted browser and hardware connections can offer more predictable performance. If you primarily receive and occasionally send, mobile may be all you need.
No. Ledger Live is a local application. Beware of look‑alike sites that pretend to be a login page and ask for your seed phrase.
Reinstall Ledger Live and reconnect your device. Your crypto remains on the blockchain, controlled by your device keys.
No one can recover your wallet except you, using the 24‑word recovery phrase on a Ledger device. Support can guide you through safe steps but never asks for your words.
You can view cached data without the device, but you’ll need it to sync and for any operation that requires signing.
Download from the official site or trusted app stores, check digital signatures where applicable, and keep auto‑updates on.
Ready to manage your assets? Use the button below to access the authentic app. Bookmark the official page so you always return to the correct destination.
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