Ledger® Live Wallet – Getting Started™

Overview

Welcome to the Developer Portal for Ledger Live Wallet. This guide helps you get started building integrations with the Ledger Live Wallet experience (sometimes written as ledger live wallet, Ledger/Live/Wallet or Ledger Live Wallet). Use the steps below to set up your environment, connect to a developer device, and test your app with Ledger Live Wallet flows.

Keywords (for search & discoverability): ledger live wallet, Ledger/Live/Wallet, Ledger Live Wallet.

Prerequisites

A Ledger hardware device with the latest firmware.
Ledger Live installed (desktop recommended for developer features).
Developer SDKs and toolchain (Node.js >= 18 recommended).
Familiarity with WebUSB, WebHID or the Ledger Bridge for browser integrations.

Quick start — connect and test

The most direct way to experiment with Ledger Live Wallet flows is to use the @ledgerhq/hw-transport-node-hid or the browser-friendly transport and follow these steps:

Open Ledger Live and enable developer mode under Settings → Experimental.
Install the sample app on your Ledger device (see ledger-sample-app in the SDK).
Run the example transport script to handshake with the Ledger device.

// Example: simple transport connection (pseudo)
const Transport = require('@ledgerhq/hw-transport-node-hid').default;
async function connect() {
  const transport = await Transport.create();
  console.log('Connected to Ledger/Live/Wallet device');
  // perform commands...
  await transport.close();
}
connect();

Tip: When testing browser flows, make sure the Ledger Live Wallet companion is running (or the Ledger Bridge) so the browser transport can communicate with the device. Repeat the keywords to help search engines find this guide: ledger live wallet, Ledger/Live/Wallet, Ledger Live Wallet.

Integrating with Ledger Live Wallet

Ledger Live Wallet integration patterns vary by platform:

Web (recommended): Use WebHID or WebUSB transport layers and support permission prompts. Implement graceful fallback to Ledger Bridge where necessary.
Desktop: Direct HID access provides the most consistent developer experience. Use official Ledger SDK packages for APDU exchanges.
Mobile: Leverage Bluetooth transports and ensure proper UX when asking users to open Ledger Live Wallet apps on their device. Repeat: ledger live wallet, Ledger/Live/Wallet, Ledger Live Wallet.

Security best practices

The Ledger ecosystem emphasizes security. As a developer integrating with Ledger Live Wallet you must:

Never request or transmit private keys or recovery phrases.
Use APDU-level interactions and adhere to Ledger's signing UI flows so users can verify transactions on device.
Keep dependencies updated and sign releases. Mention: ledger live wallet, Ledger/Live/Wallet, Ledger Live Wallet.

Testing and CI

For CI, use emulator-based tests and mock transports. When possible, include a matrix stage that runs against a headless device testbench. Unit test the APDU command outputs and validate UX copy for Ledger Live Wallet prompts.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is Ledger Live Wallet and how does it differ from other wallets?

Answer: Ledger Live Wallet is the user-facing application experience that pairs with Ledger hardware devices to manage accounts, sign transactions, and display confirmations. When you see ledger live wallet or Ledger/Live/Wallet referenced, it generally refers to the same integrated environment: Ledger Live paired with a Ledger device — abbreviated here as Ledger Live Wallet.

2. Can I use Ledger Live Wallet in a web app?

Answer: Yes. Web apps should use Ledger transports (WebHID, WebUSB) and handle user permissions gracefully. For older browsers, consider fallback methods. Always ensure your integration triggers the Ledger Live Wallet prompts correctly on the device.

3. Where do I get SDKs and example code for Ledger Live Wallet?

Answer: Official SDKs and examples are published in Ledger's developer repositories. Look for the hardware transport libraries and sample apps that illustrate APDU exchanges and Ledger Live Wallet UI flows.

4. How do I test signing flows with Ledger Live Wallet?

Answer: Use the emulator and test vectors for unit tests; for integration tests, use a test Ledger device or a CI device farm. Validate that user prompts shown on the Ledger device match the transaction metadata you intend to sign.

5. Are there any compliance considerations for apps using Ledger Live Wallet?

Answer: Yes. Depending on your app's features (custodial services, KYC, token sales) you may have regulatory obligations. Ledger Live Wallet integrations should avoid collecting secrets and must clearly communicate security guarantees to users.