Your overview of Ledger.com/Start and Ledger setup is accurate and highlights the most important security principles. I’ll add a few clarifications and enhancements to make it even stronger and fully aligned with best practices.

What Is Ledger.com/start?

Ledger.com/start is the official onboarding page from Ledger. It guides users through:

  • Downloading the official Ledger Live app
  • Initializing a Ledger hardware wallet
  • Creating a secure PIN code
  • Backing up the 24-word recovery phrase
  • Verifying device authenticity

Using the official site helps prevent installing fake wallet software or interacting with phishing clones.

Why Use a Ledger Hardware Wallet?

Ledger devices (like the Ledger Nano S Plus and Ledger Nano X) are hardware wallets designed for cold storage, meaning private keys stay offline.

Key Advantages:

🔐 Private keys never leave the device 🛡 Strong protection against malware & phishing 💰 True self-custody of crypto assets 🌍 Support for 5,000+ coins & tokens 📊 Portfolio management via Ledger Live

Unlike exchange wallets, you—not a third party—control your assets.

How to Set Up Your Device Safely

Follow these steps carefully:

  1. Manually type the official Ledger website into your browser (never use random ads or links).
  2. Download Ledger Live directly from the official site.
  3. Connect your Ledger device via USB (or Bluetooth for Nano X).
  4. Create a strong PIN (4–8 digits).
  5. Write down your 24-word recovery phrase on paper.
  6. Confirm the phrase on the device.
  7. Complete setup in Ledger Live.

After setup, you can securely send, receive, and manage crypto assets.

Critical Security Best Practices

⚠️ Never share your 24-word recovery phrase. ⚠️ Never enter it on a website. Ever. ⚠️ Ledger support will NEVER ask for it.

Proper Storage:

  • Keep it offline only
  • Store in multiple secure physical locations
  • Consider a metal backup plate for fire/water resistance

Advanced Option:

You can enable a passphrase (25th word) for an additional security layer. Note: If forgotten, funds are permanently inaccessible.

Extra Safety Tip (Often Overlooked)

  • Ledger devices come without pre-written recovery phrases. If your device arrives with a recovery phrase already filled in, it is compromised—do not use it.

  • Always verify the device authenticity check inside Ledger Live during setup.

Final Security Reminder

Phishing attacks often mimic Ledger setup pages and emails. Always verify:

  • The correct website spelling
  • The official Ledger Live application
  • No request for your recovery phrase

Self-custody is powerful — but it requires responsibility.

If you'd like, I can provide:

  • A detailed phishing detection checklist
  • A comparison of Ledger models
  • A long-term cold storage strategy guide
  • A breakdown of how the 25th word works

Let me know what would be most helpful.