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The detailed setup guide on Ledger.com/start walks you through each step necessary to secure your Ledger hardware wallet. Starting with unboxing, you’ll learn how to connect your device to your computer or mobile phone using the provided USB cable or Bluetooth. The guide then helps you download and install Ledger Live, the companion software for managing your crypto assets.
Next, you'll be guided through initializing your device, which includes choosing a secure PIN and writing down your recovery phrase. Ledger.com/start stresses the importance of keeping this phrase safe and offline, as it is the only way to recover your funds if you lose access to your device. Finally, you’ll learn how to add and manage various cryptocurrencies using Ledger Live.