# ledger live login

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Logging into Ledger Live is your gateway to managing your cryptocurrency portfolio with ease and security. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of logging into Ledger Live, the user-friendly desktop and mobile application designed to streamline your crypto asset management.

**Logging into Ledger Live: A Step-by-Step Guide**

1. **Launch Ledger Live:** Open your preferred web browser on your computer or launch the Ledger Live mobile app on your device. Ensure you are using the official Ledger Live application.
2. **Choose Your Device:** If you have a Ledger hardware wallet, connect it to your computer using the provided USB cable. Ensure the device is properly connected.
3. **Open the Application:** Launch the Ledger Live application and wait for it to detect your connected Ledger device.
4. **Unlock Your Ledger Device:** Follow the on-screen instructions to unlock your Ledger hardware wallet. Enter your PIN on the device when prompted. This PIN is an additional layer of security.
5. **Access Your Portfolio:** Once your Ledger device is unlocked, you'll be granted access to the Ledger Live application and your cryptocurrency portfolio.
