Quick overview & purpose

Target audience: new users who want secure self‑custody plus power users who value clear operational workflows. This deck emphasizes practical steps: safe install, device onboarding, account management, transaction verification, and recovery best practices.

1

Why Ledger Live + Hardware? 🔒

Ledger Live is the desktop companion to Ledger hardware wallets. It provides account management, portfolio tracking, staking, app management and firmware updates while cryptographic signing happens on the device. This separation reduces the risk of host compromise leading to key exfiltration.

2

Safe installation — do this first 🛡️

  1. Download from ledger.com or verified app stores only.
  2. Prefer USB for initial setup; Bluetooth is optional and has slightly larger attack surface.
  3. Verify installer checksum if available and keep your OS updated.
3

Onboarding a device — practical steps 🧭

Demonstrate initializing a device: set a PIN on the device, write the recovery phrase on the supplied card (or metal backup), and then connect the device to Ledger Live. For restores, only input the recovery phrase into the device — never into the computer.

4

Adding accounts & portfolio view 📊

Add blockchain accounts via the Accounts tab. Ledger Live will scan and show balances and token holdings. Use multiple accounts for separation of duties or privacy. Explain where price feeds come from and how to export transaction history for taxes.

5

Send & Receive — live demo rules ✅

  • Generate receive address in Ledger Live and verify the same address on your Ledger device before sharing.
  • Compose send transactions in Ledger Live then confirm amount, recipient and fee on the device screen to sign.

Pro tip: use a tiny test amount to build user confidence during demos.

6

Apps, firmware & hygiene 🔄

Manage blockchain apps via Manager and apply firmware updates through Ledger Live. Always backup recovery phrase before major firmware updates and read release notes. Uninstalling an app does not delete accounts — reinstalling restores access.

7

Recovery & operational security 🧰

Recovery phrase is the single point of restoration. Store it offline (metal or fireproof storage recommended). Consider passphrase and multisig for higher security — but understand recovery complexity before adopting them.

Closing checklist (presenter action items)

Live-download demo from ledger.com
Device initialization & PIN demo
Add account and show portfolio
Receive + send small test tx
Show Manager & firmware update flow
Q&A with troubleshooting tips