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.
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.
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.
Frequently asked questions
No. Private keys are generated and stored on the hardware device; Ledger Live Desktop only requests signed approvals when necessary.
Yes. You can connect the same hardware device to multiple instances of Ledger Live Desktop. Your keys remain on the device.
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.