Welcome to the official Ledger Live Desktop setup guide. Manage your cryptocurrency portfolio securely with our powerful desktop application for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Ledger Live Desktop provides a full-screen experience optimized for desktop workflows. Enjoy larger portfolio views, advanced charting tools, and seamless multi-tasking while managing your cryptocurrency assets.
Experience faster synchronization, quicker transaction processing, and improved responsiveness with our native desktop application. Desktop performance ensures smooth portfolio management even with large crypto holdings.
Your private keys remain secure within your Ledger hardware wallet. Ledger Live Desktop connects to your device to authorize transactions, ensuring your assets are protected from online threats while benefiting from desktop security features.
Visit the official Ledger website and download the Ledger Live Desktop application for your operating system. Choose between Windows (64-bit), macOS (Intel and Apple Silicon), or Linux distributions. The download file is approximately 150MB.
Security Tip: Always verify the download source and check the digital signature to ensure you're installing the genuine Ledger Live Desktop application.
Run the installer and follow the platform-specific installation instructions. On Windows, you may need administrator privileges. On macOS, drag the application to your Applications folder. On Linux, use the provided package or AppImage.
Note: Ledger Live Desktop creates a secure local database to store your portfolio information and application settings on your computer.
Connect your Ledger hardware wallet via USB cable. Ledger Live Desktop will automatically detect your device and guide you through the setup process. Follow the on-screen instructions to initialize your device or restore from recovery phrase.
Important: Desktop setup provides the most comprehensive initialization experience with detailed guidance and troubleshooting assistance.
Customize your Ledger Live Desktop experience through the settings menu. Adjust display preferences, notification settings, currency display options, and security features. Enable dark mode for reduced eye strain during extended desktop sessions.
Desktop Exclusive: Access advanced features like multiple portfolio views, export functionality, and detailed transaction history analysis.
Explore Ledger Live Desktop's comprehensive features including portfolio tracking with advanced charts, buying crypto with fiat, staking assets for rewards, and connecting to DeFi applications. All transactions require physical confirmation on your Ledger device.
Desktop Advantages: Larger screen real estate enables better portfolio overview and more efficient management of multiple cryptocurrency accounts.
64-bit version required
4GB RAM minimum
200MB free disk space
USB port for device connection
Intel or Apple Silicon
4GB RAM minimum
200MB free disk space
USB-C or USB-A port
64-bit distribution
4GB RAM minimum
200MB free disk space
USB support required
Ledger Live Desktop utilizes your entire screen real estate, providing comprehensive portfolio overviews, detailed transaction histories, and advanced charting tools that are optimized for desktop monitors and workflows.
Desktop applications typically offer better performance than web-based solutions. Enjoy faster synchronization with blockchain networks, quicker transaction processing, and smoother navigation through your cryptocurrency portfolio.
While internet connection is required for most operations, Ledger Live Desktop can display your portfolio history and transaction details offline. Your private keys remain secure on your hardware wallet at all times.
Desktop version includes advanced export functionality for tax reporting and portfolio analysis. Export transaction histories, portfolio snapshots, and performance reports in various formats for external analysis.
Get started with secure desktop cryptocurrency management today
Download Ledger Live Desktop today and take control of your digital assets