What you need before you begin
Ledger hardware wallet: Nano S Plus, Nano X, or Stax.
Trusted computer/phone: Updated OS with admin rights and space for Ledger Live.
Connection: USB cable (or Bluetooth on supported devices).
Quiet time: 15–30 minutes to back up your 24‑word recovery phrase offline.
Pro tip: Write the recovery phrase twice and store each copy in separate secure locations.