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#  Ledger® Live: Desktop® — Getting Started | official

> Explore Ledger Live Desktop to learn about portfolio tracking, crypto account management, transaction monitoring, and essential …

Here is a **different format** for the Ledger Live Desktop content, structured as a **Quick-Reference Card / Technical FAQ** rather than the long-form disclaimer page you received previously.

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# Ledger Live Desktop: Quick-Reference

**Product:** Ledger Live Desktop (now officially branded as **Ledger Wallet™**)
**Platform:** Windows / macOS / Linux
**Purpose:** Interface for managing Ledger hardware wallets and crypto assets.

## 1. Official Download & Naming Update

**Critical:** Ledger Live has been rebranded to **Ledger Wallet™**. The official download domain remains **ledger.com**.

* **Official URL:** `https://www.ledger.com/ledger-wallet`
* **Warning:** Do not download from third-party mirrors. The desktop app is **not** supported on virtual machines or ARM64 Windows/Ubuntu .

## 2. System Requirements (Minimum)

| OS | Requirement | Architecture Note |
| :- | :- | :- |
| **Windows** | Windows 10 (64-bit) or later | x64 only (No ARM64) |
| **macOS** | macOS 12.0 (Monterey) or later | Intel & Apple Silicon |
| **Linux** | Ubuntu 20.04 (64-bit) or later | x86\_64 / AMD64 only |

*Minimum screen resolution: 1024x768* .

## 3. Installation Quick Steps

**Windows:**

1. Download the `.exe` from the official site.
2. Run the installer. If SmartScreen warns "Microsoft-verified app," click **Yes** to proceed (it is safe) .

**macOS:**

1. Download the `.dmg`.
2. Drag the app to **Applications**.
3. If Gatekeeper blocks it, go to **System Settings > Privacy & Security** and click **Open Anyway** .

**Linux (Ubuntu 22.04+):**

1. You must install **libfuse2** (required for AppImage).
2. Download the `.AppImage` file.
3. Right-click > Properties > Permissions > Allow executing.
4. Run via terminal: `./ledger-wallet-desktop-*.AppImage` .

## 4. Interface Overview (What You See)

Based on the official Ledger interface guide, the desktop layout consists of :

* **Left Sidebar:** Home, Accounts, Swap, Earn (Staking), Discover (dApps), Card.
* **Top Bar:** Search assets, Refresh, Discreet Mode (hides balances), Transaction history.
* **Main Dashboard:** Portfolio balance, Shortcut buttons (Buy/Sell/Send/Receive), Market snapshot.

## 5. Critical Security & Risk Disclaimer (Card Format)

**⚠️ NON-CUSTODIAL RISK**
Ledger Live Desktop is a **viewing and transaction interface**. It does **not** hold your private keys. Your keys reside exclusively on the hardware device. If you lose the device AND the 24-word recovery phrase, your funds are permanently lost.

**⚠️ PHISHING & FAKE APPS**
There are fake "Ledger Live" apps in app stores and search ads. **Never** enter your recovery phrase into Ledger Live software. The software will **never** ask for your 24 words. Only enter the phrase directly on the hardware device buttons .

**⚠️ VIRTUAL MACHINE INCOMPATIBILITY**
Running Ledger Live Desktop inside a Virtual Machine (VMware, VirtualBox, Parallels) is **not supported** and may cause USB connection failures or security vulnerabilities .

**⚠️ TRANSACTION FINALITY**
Blockchain transactions are irreversible. Always verify the recipient address and amount on the **hardware device screen** before physically approving the transaction.

**⚠️ SOFTWARE UPDATES**
Using an outdated version may expose you to known bugs or security flaws. Always check for updates within the app or via the official site .

## 6. Troubleshooting Quick Fixes

| Issue | Solution |
| :- | :- |
| **Device not recognized (Linux)** | Install the `udev` rules provided in the official Ledger support article . |
| **"App is damaged" (macOS)** | Go to Terminal and run: `xattr -d com.apple.quarantine /Applications/Ledger\ Wallet.app` |
| **Sandbox error (Linux)** | Launch with the `--no-sandbox` flag appended to the command . |

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