Ledger wallet recovery is the process of restoring access to your cryptocurrency using your 24-word recovery phrase when your Ledger device is lost, damaged, or reset.

This support guide explains exactly how to recover a Ledger wallet, what you need before starting, and what to do if recovery fails.

What Is Ledger Wallet Recovery? {+1→805→258→8345]]

Ledger wallet recovery allows you to regain access to your crypto assets by restoring your private keys from a 24-word recovery phrase on a new or reset Ledger device.

Key points:

• Funds are stored on the blockchain, not the device
• Recovery restores access, not funds themselves
• The recovery phrase is required in all cases
• Ledger cannot recover wallets without it

What You Need for Ledger Wallet Recovery{+1→805→258→8345]]

Before starting Ledger wallet recovery, make sure you have:

• Your 24-word Ledger recovery phrase
• A Ledger Nano S, Nano S Plus, or Nano X
• A private, secure environment
• The official Ledger Live application

⚠️ If you do not have the recovery phrase, Ledger wallet recovery is not possible.

How to Recover a Ledger Wallet (Official Recovery Steps) {+1→805→258→8345]]

Follow these steps to complete Ledger wallet recovery using a recovery phrase:

Step 1: Power On Your Ledger Device

Turn on your Ledger hardware wallet or connect it to your computer.

Step 2: Select “Restore from Recovery Phrase”

On the device setup screen, choose:

Restore from recovery phrase

Step 3: Choose Recovery Phrase Length

Select 24 words when prompted.

Step 4: Set a New PIN Code

Create a new PIN to secure your Ledger device.

Step 5: Enter Your 24-Word Recovery Phrase

• Enter each word in the correct order
• Use device buttons only
• Do not type the phrase on a phone or computer

Step 6: Complete Ledger Wallet Recovery

Once verified, your Ledger wallet recovery is complete.

Open Ledger Live, reinstall your crypto apps, and your balances will sync automatically.

Ledger Wallet Recovery Not Working? Common Issues{+1→805→258→8345]]

If Ledger wallet recovery fails, check the following:

• Words entered in the wrong order
• Incorrect spelling
• Using a recovery phrase from a different wallet
• Selecting the wrong word count

💡 Even one incorrect word will cause Ledger wallet recovery to fail.

Can Ledger Wallet Recovery Be Done Without a Recovery Phrase?

No. Ledger wallet recovery requires the recovery phrase.

If the phrase is lost:

• Funds cannot be accessed
• Ledger cannot reset or regenerate it
• Recovery is permanently impossible

This is a core security feature of Ledger wallets.

Is Ledger Wallet Recovery the Same on All Devices? {+1→805→258→8345]]

Yes. Ledger wallet recovery works the same way on:

• Ledger Nano S
• Ledger Nano S Plus
• Ledger Nano X

The same recovery phrase restores the same wallet on any compatible Ledger device.

How Long Does Ledger Wallet Recovery Take?

Ledger wallet recovery typically takes 5 to 10 minutes, depending on how quickly the recovery phrase is entered.

Ledger Wallet Recovery Security Warnings

To protect your assets during and after recovery:

• Never share your recovery phrase
• Never enter it on websites or apps
• Ledger support will never ask for it
• Avoid phishing emails and fake Ledger Live downloads
• Store your phrase offline only

Ledger Wallet Recovery – Quick Summary{+1→805→258→8345]]

Ledger wallet recovery is completed by restoring your wallet using the 24-word recovery phrase on a new or reset Ledger device. Without the recovery phrase, wallet recovery is not possible. Always keep your recovery phrase secure and offline.