Summary: Ledger Live Desktop (now available under Ledger’s app branding) is the official companion application for Ledger hardware wallets — used to manage accounts, send/receive crypto, install apps on your device, and verify transactions locally on your computer.
Always download the desktop app from the official Ledger website. Use the Ledger start page for guided downloads and platform-specific installers: ledger.com/start. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
ledger.com and to verify installers using the published signatures whenever available to avoid counterfeit apps. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Ledger Live Desktop is the official interface that lets you:
These core features and integrations are described on Ledger’s product pages and in the Ledger Wallet documentation. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
For extra security, Ledger publishes download signature files (SHA hashes) so you can verify the binary you downloaded matches Ledger’s official release. Verify the installer’s hash before running it on your machine. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
If you ever see a prompt inside an app asking for your 24-word recovery phrase or similar private keys, treat it as a scam — Ledger’s official apps never request your seed. Report suspicious apps and always remove unofficial installers. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
After installing, open Ledger Live and follow the in-app onboarding. If you already own a Ledger device, choose “Connect an existing device” and approve the connection on the hardware wallet itself; otherwise follow the steps for initializing a new device. For step-by-step guidance use the official start guide. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
For troubleshooting, official FAQ, and support articles (including recovering accounts, export options, and safety practices), consult Ledger Support. If you suspect a fake app or compromise, consult the support/security pages immediately. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}