Ledger® Live Wallet – Getting Started™ Developer Portal

Introduction to Ledger Live Wallet

The Ledger Live Wallet, now part of the Ledger ecosystem as the Ledger Wallet, is an integrated application designed to securely manage your crypto assets. This guide will walk you through everything from setting up your wallet to leveraging the Developer Portal for blockchain integration and app development.

Setting Up Your Ledger Wallet

Downloading the Ledger Wallet Application

Download Ledger Wallet from the official Ledger website for your OS. Always ensure you are downloading from the official source to avoid fake apps.

Initializing Your Device

After installation, create a 4 to 8-digit PIN code. Secure your 24-word recovery phrase carefully—it is your only backup to recover your wallet.

Security Tips

Never share your 24-word phrase with anyone.
Store the recovery phrase offline in a safe place.

Using Ledger Wallet Features

Managing Accounts

Ledger Wallet allows managing multiple accounts, each with unique crypto addresses. You can add, remove, or rename accounts based on your portfolio needs.

Sending and Receiving Cryptocurrencies

Use the 'Receive' tab to get your wallet address. For sending, choose the account and confirm transactions securely on your Ledger device.

Developer Portal Overview

Building Blockchain Integrations

The Developer Portal provides resources for integrating new blockchains with the Ledger Wallet. Languages like TypeScript, React Native, C, and Rust are commonly used.

Adding New Coins

Developers can create new coin modules with TypeScript and RxJS, and modify Ledger Live components for seamless user experience.

API and SDK Access

Advanced development enabling custom app building and transaction signing is available via Ledger's APIs.

Ledger Wallet Ecosystem

Discover Catalog

The Discover section in Ledger Wallet features utilities, marketplaces, and apps that enhance wallet functionalities directly within the app.

Security Enhancements

Ledger continuously updates its firmware and wallet software to block phishing attempts and secure user assets.

FAQs

What is the 24-word recovery phrase?: It is the backup key to recover your wallet if you lose access to your Ledger device. Do not share it with anyone.
Can I use Ledger Wallet on multiple devices?: Yes, Ledger Wallet supports multi-device access but the private keys remain securely on your Ledger hardware device.
How do I add a new cryptocurrency to my wallet?: You can install the app for the new cryptocurrency via Ledger Live and add its account to your wallet.
Is Ledger Wallet free to use?: The Ledger Wallet software is free. You need to purchase Ledger hardware wallets separately for secure private key storage.
Where to get developer resources?: Visit Ledger's Developer Portal at developers.ledger.com for documentation and tools.