🔑 What Is the Ledger Live Login?
Ledger Live doesn’t ask for a username or password. Instead, it uses your hardware wallet (Ledger Nano S/X) and PIN as the login credential. That means your private keys never leave the device—no cloud, no passwords, just secure hardware-based login.
🧭 Logging In: A Quick Walkthrough
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Get the official app. Download Ledger Live from ledger.com/start—avoid any third-party sources .
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Connect your Ledger. USB for desktop, or Bluetooth for X-series on mobile.
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PIN verification. Enter your unique PIN into the device to unlock access.
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Open Ledger Live. Let it detect the device and confirm its authenticity. Once connected, your dashboard appears.
🔒 Logging Out or Locking
Ledger Live doesn’t have a “Sign Out” button—but you have a few secure options:
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Enable Password Lock: Go to Settings → Password lock. Ledger Live will then request a password when reopening .
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Use Discreet Mode: Tap the little eye icon to hide balances—useful for privacy on shared screens .
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Reset to factory state: Navigate to Settings → Help → Reset Ledger Live (resembles logging out entirely) .
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Quit the app: On desktop, simply close it via the menu or using Cmd-Q / Alt-F4 .
“There isn’t an overt 'logout' button… you reset the application in settings.”
✅ Extra Tips
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Always download the app from the official site.
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Don’t ever enter your recovery phrase into the software—Ledger Live never asks for it .
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Keep firmware and app updated for best security.