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# Ledger® Live\* Wallet | | Hardware & Cold Wallet

Features Offered by Ledger Hardware Wallets. 1. Secure Private Key Storage: Ledger devices store private keys offline, mitigating the risk of online hacking attempts and unauthorized

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**Features Offered by** [**Ledger Hardware Wallets**](https://www.ledger.com/ledger-live)

1. **Secure Private Key Storage:** Ledger devices store private keys offline, mitigating the risk of online hacking attempts and unauthorized access to users' cryptocurrency holdings.
2. **Transaction Authorization:** Ledger wallets enable users to authorize transactions directly from the device, ensuring an additional layer of security by physically confirming each transaction.
3. **Companion App Integration:** [**Ledger**](https://www.ledger.com/start) devices are often complemented by a user-friendly companion app, offering a seamless interface for managing assets, viewing balances, and initiating transactions.

**Using Ledger Hardware Wallets via Ledger.com/start**

1. **Initial Setup:** Users visiting [**Ledger.com/start**](https://www.ledger.com/start)<https://www.ledger.com/start> are typically guided through the initial setup process, which involves creating an account, setting up their hardware wallet, and generating backup phrases essential for asset re