How to Sync Ledger Live Across Multiple Devices for Seamless Access

Ledger Live allows you to manage your cryptocurrency portfolio using a hardware wallet, and it is possible to access your account on multiple devices, including your desktop and mobile. This can be incredibly useful when you need to access your crypto on the go or across different workstations. In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of syncing Ledger Live across multiple devices for seamless access.

1. Install Ledger Live on All Devices

The first step to syncing Ledger Live across multiple devices is installing the application on all devices you wish to use. Ledger Live is available for both desktop and mobile platforms:

• Desktop: You can download Ledger Live for Windows, macOS, and Linux from the official Ledger website.
• Mobile: The mobile version of Ledger Live is available for both Android and iOS from their respective app stores.

Tip: Ensure you're downloading Ledger Live only from the official Ledger website or app stores to avoid potential phishing attacks.

2. Set Up Ledger Live on Your Primary Device

If you haven't already set up Ledger Live on your primary device, do so by following these steps:

• Install the app and open Ledger Live.
• Connect your Ledger hardware wallet (e.g., Ledger Nano S or Nano X) to your computer or mobile device.
• Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device and connect it with Ledger Live.
• Ensure that your recovery phrase is securely backed up in case you need to restore your wallet.

This will establish your primary Ledger Live account, which can be synced across devices.

3. Sync Ledger Live on Additional Devices

After setting up Ledger Live on your primary device, syncing it on other devices is simple:

• On your second device (e.g., your phone or another computer), open the Ledger Live app and select "Restore from Recovery Phrase." This will allow you to restore your Ledger Live account using the 24-word recovery phrase from your hardware wallet.
• Enter the 24-word recovery phrase exactly as you wrote it down during the initial setup of your Ledger device.
• Once the recovery phrase is confirmed, your Ledger Live account will be restored on the new device with full access to your cryptocurrency holdings.

Important: Always keep your recovery phrase private. If someone gains access to your recovery phrase, they can restore your wallet and steal your funds.

4. Using Multiple Devices Simultaneously

Once your Ledger Live account is synced across multiple devices, you can use them simultaneously, but with some important caveats:

• Accessing Wallets: Each device will show the same balances and accounts linked to your Ledger device, but you must always connect your hardware wallet to the device when you want to make transactions.
• Security Considerations: Always ensure that the devices you're using are secure, and avoid accessing Ledger Live on public or unsecured networks.
• Syncing Limits: Ledger Live does not offer direct cloud-based syncing. Instead, your devices sync with your hardware wallet when you connect it to the device.

5. Disconnect Your Ledger Device After Use

For added security, always disconnect your Ledger hardware wallet from the device after you've finished using it. This ensures that unauthorized users cannot access your assets if your computer or mobile device is compromised.