Ledger Live Desktop — control and secure your crypto from your desktop

Ledger Live Desktop brings wallet management, portfolio insights, staking, and token swaps into a single, secure desktop application. Built for users who want real control over their private keys and a simple, reliable experience for everyday crypto use.

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One app. Total control.

Manage multiple accounts, stake supported assets, and swap tokens — all while keeping your private keys offline.

Version • desktop

200+Supported coins & tokens

1M+Active installs

24/7Portfolio sync

Features at a glance

Secure device pairing

Pair your hardware wallet with Ledger Live Desktop and keep private keys offline. Approve every action directly on your device for maximum protection.

Portfolio & performance

View real-time balances, transaction history and performance charts. Organize accounts, label addresses and export reports for your records.

Staking & earnings

Stake supported assets in-app to earn rewards while keeping custody of your keys. See estimated yields and claim rewards without leaving the desktop app.

Built-in swaps

Swap tokens from a curated set of on‑chain providers. Compare routes, fees and estimated slippage before confirming on your device.

App catalog

Install community and partner apps directly inside Ledger Live Desktop to extend functionality while preserving security boundaries.

Advanced transaction flow

Create, review and approve complex transactions — including NFTs and contract interactions — with clear, step-by-step verification on your Ledger device.

Security you can trust

The core principle of Ledger Live Desktop is that your private keys never leave your hardware device. The desktop application acts as a secure interface that communicates with your device, providing convenience without compromising custody.

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Offline key storage

Keys are generated and stored on your hardware device. Ledger Live cannot access or export them.

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Transaction verification

Every sensitive action must be manually approved on the physical device, preventing remote tampering.

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Deterministic addresses

Recoverable seed phrase ensures you retain access to funds even if hardware is lost.

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Verified integrations

Only trusted providers are integrated for swaps, price feeds and staking to reduce supply-chain risk.

Get started

Download Ledger Live Desktop for Windows, macOS or Linux. Connect your Ledger hardware wallet via USB or BLE (if supported), create or import an account, and begin managing assets immediately. The onboarding flow walks you through restoring from a seed phrase, creating accounts and exploring features.

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Frequently asked questions

Do my private keys leave my device?

No. Private keys are generated and stored on the hardware device; Ledger Live Desktop only requests signed approvals when necessary.

Can I use Ledger Live on multiple machines?

Yes. You can connect the same hardware device to multiple instances of Ledger Live Desktop. Your keys remain on the device.

Is staking available for all assets?

Staking support varies by asset. Ledger Live displays supported coins and estimated yields in the app. Rewards and availability depend on network conditions and provider integrations.