Verification
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{/pboot:if}Steps to Confirm Device Authenticity During First-Time Setup
Overview: Key points you should know about: Steps to Confirm Device Authenticity During First-Time Setup.
Key takeaway: For inspection and first-time setup, confirm seals, serial number, and the initialisation flow are all official. Any prompt asking for the recovery phrase or PIN should halt the process immediately.
Action steps:
- Power on the device and pick the language once the packaging check passes.
- Set a new PIN and generate a brand-new recovery phrase on the device.
- Choose 'Set up as new device' in Ledger Live.
- Verify the recovery phrase on screen as prompted — never photograph or upload it.
- After setup, check firmware version and recognition status inside the app.
Safety reminder: Never enter your recovery phrase or PIN into a device or software whose authenticity you haven't verified. If a seal or serial number looks abnormal, stop using the device immediately, contact official support, and — if needed — switch to a new unit and migrate your assets.
What Prompts Should You Verify on the First Ledger Live Connection?
Overview: Key points you should know about: What Prompts Should You Verify on the First Ledger Live Connection.
Key takeaway: For inspection and first-time setup, confirm seals, serial number, and the initialisation flow are all official. Any prompt asking for the recovery phrase or PIN should halt the process immediately.
Action steps:
- Power on the device and pick the language once the packaging check passes.
- Set a new PIN and generate a brand-new recovery phrase on the device.
- Choose 'Set up as new device' in Ledger Live.
- Verify the recovery phrase on screen as prompted — never photograph or upload it.
- After setup, check firmware version and recognition status inside the app.
Safety reminder: Never enter your recovery phrase or PIN into a device or software whose authenticity you haven't verified. If a seal or serial number looks abnormal, stop using the device immediately, contact official support, and — if needed — switch to a new unit and migrate your assets.
What to Do If Accessories Are Missing or the Wrong Model
Overview: Key points you should know about: What to Do If Accessories Are Missing or the Wrong Model.
Key takeaway: For inspection and first-time setup, confirm seals, serial number, and the initialisation flow are all official. Any prompt asking for the recovery phrase or PIN should halt the process immediately.
Action steps:
- Cross-check cables, manuals, and accessories against the official checklist.
- Confirm no stains, scratches, and that all accessory models match.
- Photograph the condition of every accessory on arrival.
- If anything is missing or mismatched, contact the seller or Ledger at once.
- Hold off on initialising until the accessory issue is resolved.
Safety reminder: Never enter your recovery phrase or PIN into a device or software whose authenticity you haven't verified. If a seal or serial number looks abnormal, stop using the device immediately, contact official support, and — if needed — switch to a new unit and migrate your assets.
Before First Use — How to Confirm the Packaging Hasn't Been Swapped
Overview: Key points you should know about: Before First Use — How to Confirm the Packaging Hasn't Been Swapped.
Key takeaway: For inspection and first-time setup, confirm seals, serial number, and the initialisation flow are all official. Any prompt asking for the recovery phrase or PIN should halt the process immediately.
Action steps:
- Check the outer packaging and tamper stickers for prying marks or re-adhesion.
- Confirm the printed info matches the shipping slip.
- Photograph the seals, box corners, and serial number.
- If anything looks broken, stop unboxing and contact the seller immediately.
- Only proceed with initialisation once everything checks out.
Safety reminder: Never enter your recovery phrase or PIN into a device or software whose authenticity you haven't verified. If a seal or serial number looks abnormal, stop using the device immediately, contact official support, and — if needed — switch to a new unit and migrate your assets.
How to Cross-Check Serial Number and Packaging
Overview: Key points you should know about: How to Cross-Check Serial Number and Packaging.
Key takeaway: Follow the official guidance and first confirm the environment and information source are trustworthy.
Action steps:
- Verify the serial number and accessory checklist.
- Generate the recovery phrase yourself on first initialisation.
Safety reminder: Never enter your recovery phrase or PIN into a device or software whose authenticity you haven't verified. If a seal or serial number looks abnormal, stop using the device immediately, contact official support, and — if needed — switch to a new unit and migrate your assets.
How to Compare Package Label Info Against Official Specs
Overview: Key points you should know about: How to Compare Package Label Info Against Official Specs.
Key takeaway: For inspection and first-time setup, confirm seals, serial number, and the initialisation flow are all official. Any prompt asking for the recovery phrase or PIN should halt the process immediately.
Action steps:
- Check the outer packaging and tamper stickers for prying marks or re-adhesion.
- Confirm the printed info matches the shipping slip.
- Photograph the seals, box corners, and serial number.
- If anything looks broken, stop unboxing and contact the seller immediately.
- Only proceed with initialisation once everything checks out.
Safety reminder: Never enter your recovery phrase or PIN into a device or software whose authenticity you haven't verified. If a seal or serial number looks abnormal, stop using the device immediately, contact official support, and — if needed — switch to a new unit and migrate your assets.
Ledger Accessory List — Standard Configuration
Device, USB-C cable, compliance leaflet, three recovery sheets, keychain — that's the baseline across models. Bundles may add a pouch or extras.
Safety reminder: Never share your recovery phrase, PIN, or verification codes with anyone. Always verify using the device screen. Use only official channels to download apps and install updates.
How to Interpret Security Prompts on First Power-On
Overview: Key points you should know about: How to Interpret Security Prompts on First Power-On.
Key takeaway: For inspection and first-time setup, confirm seals, serial number, and the initialisation flow are all official. Any prompt asking for the recovery phrase or PIN should halt the process immediately.
Action steps:
- Confirm the outer seal, shrink wrap, and tamper sticker are intact with no re-adhesion.
- Cross-check the packaging label against the device serial, model, and colour.
- Confirm all accessories are present and official, with no signs of being opened.
- On first power-on, verify the device asks you to create a new phrase (never asks for an old one).
- Connect to Ledger Live on a trusted network and verify the official certificate.
Safety reminder: Never enter your recovery phrase or PIN into a device or software whose authenticity you haven't verified. If a seal or serial number looks abnormal, stop using the device immediately, contact official support, and — if needed — switch to a new unit and migrate your assets.
Ledger Genuine Check — Delivery-Arrival Checklist
At arrival: photograph the outer box → verify seals intact → open and cross-check accessories → set up the device yourself → run Ledger Live Genuine Check. Preserve photos and packaging for a week in case of dispute.
Safety reminder: Never share your recovery phrase, PIN, or verification codes with anyone. Always verify using the device screen. Use only official channels to download apps and install updates.
Ledger Seal Check — Authenticity Essentials
Uniform tape, no residue, no re-application marks. If any check fails, photograph and contact the ordering channel.
Safety reminder: Never share your recovery phrase, PIN, or verification codes with anyone. Always verify using the device screen. Use only official channels to download apps and install updates.
Ledger Accessory Checklist — Standard Accessories by Model
All models: device, USB-C cable, compliance leaflet, three recovery sheets, keychain. Some bundles include a pouch or extra cable. Cross-reference the packing list in the product documentation.
Safety reminder: Never share your recovery phrase, PIN, or verification codes with anyone. Always verify using the device screen. Use only official channels to download apps and install updates.
How to Document Unboxing with Photos to Prevent Disputes
Overview: Key points you should know about: How to Document Unboxing with Photos to Prevent Disputes.
Key takeaway: For inspection and first-time setup, confirm seals, serial number, and the initialisation flow are all official. Any prompt asking for the recovery phrase or PIN should halt the process immediately.
Action steps:
- Before unboxing, photograph the outer box from all four corners and the seals.
- Record each step of the unboxing and how the accessories are arranged.
- Save the video/photos to a secure local location.
- Keep the chain of evidence intact for future dispute handling.
- Only start the initialisation after the evidence is fully captured.
Safety reminder: Never enter your recovery phrase or PIN into a device or software whose authenticity you haven't verified. If a seal or serial number looks abnormal, stop using the device immediately, contact official support, and — if needed — switch to a new unit and migrate your assets.
Ledger Unboxing — First-Use Check Points
Photograph the parcel before opening. Check seals. Cross-check accessories. Power on and confirm the device shows a welcome screen asking to set up as new. Run Genuine Check before moving any assets.
Safety reminder: Never share your recovery phrase, PIN, or verification codes with anyone. Always verify using the device screen. Use only official channels to download apps and install updates.
What Should the Accessory Checklist Include on Unboxing?
Overview: Key points you should know about: What Should the Accessory Checklist Include on Unboxing.
Key takeaway: For inspection and first-time setup, confirm seals, serial number, and the initialisation flow are all official. Any prompt asking for the recovery phrase or PIN should halt the process immediately.
Action steps:
- Cross-check cables, manuals, and accessories against the official checklist.
- Confirm no stains, scratches, and that all accessory models match.
- Photograph the condition of every accessory on arrival.
- If anything is missing or mismatched, contact the seller or Ledger at once.
- Hold off on initialising until the accessory issue is resolved.
Safety reminder: Never enter your recovery phrase or PIN into a device or software whose authenticity you haven't verified. If a seal or serial number looks abnormal, stop using the device immediately, contact official support, and — if needed — switch to a new unit and migrate your assets.
Ledger Seal Check — Packaging Anti-Counterfeit Identification
Tape should be a single continuous run across the box edges. Colour should be uniform. No residue suggesting an earlier strip was removed. No crinkling suggesting re-application. If any doubt — photograph and contact the channel.
Safety reminder: Never share your recovery phrase, PIN, or verification codes with anyone. Always verify using the device screen. Use only official channels to download apps and install updates.
