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Select a calm, well-lit environment with minimal distractions. Ensure you have a stable internet connection and your host device ready, whether a computer or mobile device. Gather a USB cable (or Bluetooth connection if supported) and reliable backup materials, such as paper or metal for recording your recovery phrase.
Tip: Close unused apps, avoid public networks, and dedicate 30–45 minutes to setup without interruption.
Carefully remove the Ledger device from packaging. Examine for tamper-evident seals, holograms, and any inconsistencies in printing. Genuine devices will have intact seals and consistent branding. Contents typically include the device, USB cable, quick-start guide, and recovery cards. Retain packaging and serial numbers for warranty and authenticity verification.
Visual confirmation is crucial to prevent counterfeit risks. If any tampering is suspected, contact official support before proceeding.
Connect your Ledger device to the host and navigate to Ledger.com/Start. Verify HTTPS and the correct domain before continuing. Follow the guided setup flow: choose to create a new wallet or restore an existing recovery phrase. Pay attention to on-device prompts and confirm every step physically on the device to ensure security.
Never enter your recovery phrase into any website. Only interact with the official interface.
Set a secure PIN that is memorable but hard to guess. Ledger devices enforce on-device verification, adding a second layer of protection. Firmware updates must be applied only via the official interface, and you must verify displayed fingerprints before approving.
Remember: Your recovery phrase is strictly offline; never share, photograph, or store digitally.
The recovery phrase, typically 12 or 24 words, is critical. Record the words accurately and store them securely in one or more safe locations. Fireproof and waterproof options are recommended. Advanced users may explore Shamir backups or passphrase extensions, but beginners should first master standard secure storage practices.
Periodic checks and drills of recovery procedures increase confidence and reduce the risk of mistakes.
Ledger devices can integrate with companion apps for portfolio tracking, staking, and secure transactions. Only download official applications and maintain regular updates. Over time, operations such as sending, receiving, and verifying transactions become intuitive and routine, but vigilance remains key.
Explore features gradually, ensuring core security steps are well understood before engaging advanced operations.
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