Manage your crypto portfolio securely from your desktop — elegant, private, and fast.
Ledger Live Desktop is a complete desktop application designed for people who take their digital assets seriously. Connect your Ledger hardware device to keep private keys offline while using a beautiful local app to send, receive, swap, stake and track your holdings. The experience focuses on privacy and simplicity — everything you need to manage multiple cryptocurrencies in one secure place.
Ledger Live pairs with your Ledger hardware wallet so that private keys never leave the device. Every transaction is signed on-device. The desktop app acts as a clean, auditable interface that communicates with your hardware wallet — no cloud key storage, no surprises.
Track your total portfolio value, performance over time, and per-asset allocation. Weekly and monthly charts show where your returns are coming from so you can make informed decisions without exposing your private keys.
Native send/receive flows with address verification on your Ledger device. Integrated swap functionality (via trusted partners) lets you exchange assets without leaving the app, all while preserving your security model.
Stake supported assets directly from Ledger Live to earn rewards. Staking is performed in a controlled, permissioned flow where your ledger signs necessary approvals — you stay in control of every action.
Install and manage on-device apps for dozens of blockchains. Ledger Live shows compatible apps and keeps both device and app firmware in sync to ensure compatibility and security.
The desktop app minimizes data sharing. Local-first design means market data and wallet views are rendered locally; optional telemetry is off by default. Your device and seed phrase remain the only sensitive elements.
Pro tip: Always verify the official download page and check checksums where available. Treat your recovery phrase like the master key — never disclose it.
Ledger Live Desktop supports Windows 10+, macOS 10.15+, and many modern Linux distributions. You'll need a USB-C or USB-A port (adapter may be required) and a supported Ledger hardware device. The app is lightweight and updates periodically to add new coins and features — automatic update checks keep you current.
No. Ledger Live never requests or stores your recovery phrase. Seed and private keys live only on your Ledger device. The desktop application communicates with the device to request signatures and read public addresses.
Yes — Ledger Live Desktop is free. Some integrated services (for swaps, third-party apps or staking infrastructure) may charge fees; those are clearly presented before you confirm any transaction.
If you lose your Ledger device, your funds can still be recovered using your recovery phrase on a compatible wallet. Keep that phrase secure and offline; consider a fireproof and waterproof backup solution.
Ledger Live Desktop aims to bridge power and usability: bring the benefits of hardware security to a polished desktop experience. Whether you’re building a long-term portfolio, collecting NFTs, or exploring DeFi, Ledger Live gives you visibility and control without sacrificing security. Download, connect your device, and take back control of your keys.