Welcome to Your Secure Crypto Journey

A Presentation-Style Guide to Getting Started with Your Ledger Device

Slide 1 — Introduction: Why Security Matters

In the fast-moving world of digital assets, security isn’t optional—it’s the foundation of everything. Whether you’re managing long-term holdings or exploring new blockchain opportunities, protecting your private keys is the single most important step you can take. A Ledger hardware wallet gives you control, independence, and peace of mind by keeping your keys offline and away from online threats.

This guide walks you through the essential steps to begin confidently with your Ledger device. By the end, you’ll understand what your device does, how to set it up, and how to manage your crypto with clarity and confidence.

Slide 2 — What Your Ledger Device Provides

Your Ledger device is more than a piece of hardware—it’s your personal vault.

Key Benefits

• Offline Private Keys – Your keys never leave the device.
• Protection From Attacks – Reduces vulnerability to phishing, malware, and exchange hacks.
• Ownership & Control – You—not an exchange—own your assets.
• Compatibility – Manage thousands of coins and tokens through Ledger’s ecosystem.

Ledger devices work with companion software (Ledger Live) to help you interact with your assets securely, without exposing your keys.

Slide 3 — Step One: Unboxing & Verification

Before starting, confirm that your device is genuine and unopened.

What to check

• The box should be sealed and undamaged.
• The device should power on without pre-configured PINs or accounts.
• Recovery sheets must be blank—no numbers should ever be pre-written.

If anything seems suspicious, pause and contact customer support before continuing.

Slide 4 — Step Two: Powering On & Setting a PIN

When you power on your Ledger device for the first time, you’ll be prompted to create a PIN code.

PIN Setup Tips

• Choose a PIN that’s difficult to guess but easy to remember.
• Never share your PIN with anyone—customer support will never ask for it.
• If you enter the wrong PIN too many times, the device resets, protecting your information.

Your PIN acts as the first layer of defense. Think of it like the lock on the vault.

Slide 5 — Step Three: Generating Your Recovery Phrase

Your device generates a recovery phrase—a series of 24 words that serve as the backup to your private keys.

Critical Guidelines

• Write the words down carefully on paper.
• Store the written phrase in multiple secure locations.
• Never photograph, scan, type, or upload the phrase.
• If someone gets your recovery phrase, they can access your assets.

This phrase is the one and only way to restore your wallet if your device is lost or damaged. Treat it like gold.

Slide 6 — Step Four: Installing Ledger Live

Ledger Live is the official companion app that allows you to manage your device and your crypto.

In Ledger Live, you can:

• Install apps for specific cryptocurrencies
• Create accounts for managing assets
• Send and receive transactions
• Monitor your portfolio
• Install firmware updates

Download it only from the official Ledger website—never from third-party sources.

Slide 7 — Step Five: Adding Crypto Accounts

Once the device and Ledger Live are set up, you can begin adding accounts. Accounts allow Ledger Live to read your balances and manage transactions securely.

How It Works

• Each cryptocurrency requires its own “app” installed on the device.
• Ledger Live then syncs your account history with the blockchain.
• Your private keys remain safely stored on your hardware wallet.

This system allows you to manage multiple assets without risking your private key security.

Slide 8 — Step Six: Sending & Receiving Assets

Now you’re ready to transact.

Receiving Crypto

• Select the account in Ledger Live.
• Generate a receiving address.
• Confirm the address on your Ledger device screen (never trust only the computer display).
• Share the address to receive funds.

Sending Crypto

• Enter the recipient’s address in Ledger Live.
• Verify every detail on your Ledger device.
• Approve the transaction directly on the device.

This two-step verification ensures that even if your computer were compromised, your transaction remains secure.

Slide 9 — Ongoing Security & Best Practices

Security isn’t a one-time action—it’s a mindset.

Keep These Habits

• Update firmware regularly through Ledger Live.
• Never share your recovery phrase with anyone.
• Avoid clicking suspicious links or connecting to untrusted platforms.
• Verify every address on your device screen before approving.

Good habits multiply your protection. Think of them as digital self-care.

Slide 10 — You’re Ready to Explore Safely

You’ve now completed the essential steps for using your Ledger device. With your hardware wallet set up and your recovery phrase stored securely, you’re positioned to explore the world of blockchain with confidence.