Ledger Device Operating System (OS) Update Guide
Update your Ledger device to benefit from the optimal security level and user experience offered by our products. Updating your device has no impact on your crypto assets or the functionality of your device.
Before you begin
- Update Ledger Live through the notification banner or download the latest version.
- Make sure you're using a desktop/laptop computer or an Android phone connected to your Ledger device via USB. Updating your Ledger device OS on a tablet is not currently possible.
- Make sure your 24-word recovery phrase is available, as a precaution. Don't have your recovery phrase?
- Applications on your device will be automatically reinstalled after the update.
- Linux users: If your Nano S device currently has version 1.5.5, you must add new udev rules. Check the Linux section of this article for instructions.
Update your Ledger device Operating System (OS)
Desktop Instructions
- Start Ledger Live and go to My Ledger.
- Click on My Ledger on the main menu.
- Connect and unlock your device.
- If asked, allow My Ledger on your device.
- Start the OS update.
- Click on Update OS in the orange notification banner.
- If you don't see the notification banner, please try again later as the release is rolled out progressively.
- Carefully read all instructions on the window that appears.
- If your recovery phrase is written down and accessible, tick the checkbox at the bottom and click on Continue.
- The update will be downloaded while your device displays Processing.
- Your device will then display New OS and the version number.
- Press the right button to select Confirm update. Press both buttons to confirm.
- Enter your PIN code to confirm. Your device will then restart and install the update.
- The update process will continue automatically.
- Your Ledger Nano X displays Processing.
- Never disconnect your device at this stage.
- Your device is successfully updated once Ledger Live displays Firmware updated and your Ledger Nano X asks for your PIN code.
- Your applications will be reinstalled automatically after you have entered your PIN code.
Mobile Instructions
Starting from OS version 2.4.1, you can update your Ledger Nano X OS via Bluetooth on the Ledger Live mobile app. Once the update is available, you'll see the notification in your Ledger Live app.
- Open the Ledger Live app.
- Connect your Ledger Live app and Ledger Nano X using Bluetooth.
- Tap Update now.
The update progress bar will appear. - Unlock your Ledger Nano X.
- Let the installation finish.
- When Ledger Nano X has been restarted for the last time, unlock it.
Your Ledger Live app will display Your Ledger Nano X is up-to-date. The Ledger device settings and apps will be reinstalled after the update.
Did your device reset?
If your device displays Welcome to Ledger Nano X, it has been reset. Don't worry, your crypto assets are safe as long as you have your 24-word recovery phrase. Please follow the instructions to restore your private keys from your recovery phrase.
Bluetooth pairing issues (mobile only)
If you encounter Bluetooth connectivity issues on your mobile device following an OS update, we recommend removing the Bluetooth pairing for your device and forgetting the Ledger Nano X connection on your phone. Then try the pairing again. For more information, refer to the Fix Bluetooth issues article.
Ledger Nano X Operating System Version History
Desktop Instructions
- In Ledger Live, click on Update OS in the orange notification banner.
- If you don't see the notification banner, please try again later as the release is rolled out progressively.
- Carefully read all instructions on the window that appears.
- If your recovery phrase is written down and accessible, tick the checkbox at the bottom and click on Continue.
- Your device will show New OS and the version number.
- Press the right button to select Confirm update. Press both buttons to confirm.
- Enter your PIN code to confirm. Your device will then restart and install the update.
- The update process will continue automatically. Ledger Live will display multiple progress loaders, while your Ledger Nano S Plus displays Processing.
Your device is successfully updated once Ledger Live displays Firmware updated.
Mobile Instructions (Android only)
- Connect Ledger Nano S Plus to your smartphone using a USB cable.
- Open the Ledger Live app.
- In the bottom right corner of the screen, tap My Ledger.
- In the USB section, you should see your Ledger Nano S Plus. Tap it and confirm that you allow My Ledger to access your device.
- You'll see a notification stating that an OS update is available.
- Tap Update. A pop-up window with instructions will appear. Read the instructions carefully.
- Tick the checkbox at the bottom to confirm that you have your recovery phrase and tap Continue.
- Ledger Nano S Plus will display New OS and version number.
- Select Confirm update by pressing the right button.
- Press both buttons simultaneously to confirm the update.
- Enter your PIN code to confirm the update. Your device will restart and the update process will continue automatically.
The process is completed when Ledger Live displays Firmware updated.
Ledger Nano S Plus Operating System Version History
Update Instructions
- Start Ledger Live and open My Ledger.
- Click My Ledger on the main menu.
- Connect and unlock your device.
- If asked, allow My Ledger to access your device.
- Check which OS version is currently installed on your Ledger Nano S:
- Click on Update OS in the orange notification banner.
- If you don't see the button, please try again later as the release is rolled out progressively.
- Carefully read all instructions on the window that appears.
- If your recovery phrase is written down and accessible, tick the checkbox at the bottom and click on Continue.
- Your device will show update OS, the version number, and an Identifier.
- Verify that the Identifier in Ledger Live matches the one on your Ledger Nano S.
- Press both buttons to select Perform update.
- Enter your PIN code to confirm. Your device will restart.
The update process will continue automatically. Ledger Live will display multiple progress loaders, while your Ledger Nano S displays Processing. Your device is successfully updated once Ledger Live displays Firmware updated.
After the update
- You've successfully updated your Ledger Nano S operating system. Ledger Live will automatically re-install apps on your device. You may notice an increase in app storage capacity.
- If your device displays Welcome to Ledger Nano S, it has been reset. Don't worry, your crypto assets are safe as long as you have your 24-word recovery phrase. Please follow the instructions to restore your private keys from your recovery phrase.
- From now on, menu items are selected with the right or left button. Press both buttons simultaneously to validate a selection.
Ledger Nano S Operating System Version History
Instructions
You can update Ledger Secure OS with Ledger Live desktop or Ledger Live mobile.
- Click Update firmware in the notification banner.
Note: If you don't see the notification banner, please try again later as the release is rolled out progressively. - Carefully read all instructions on the window that appears.
- Click Continue.
Your device will display: Install OS update? and the OS version. - Tap Install to confirm the installation of the OS update. The update process will continue automatically. Ledger Live will display multiple progress loaders, while your device will show Installing update and Updating OS.
(Ledger Stax)
(Ledger Flex) - Enter your PIN to confirm.
Your device is successfully updated once Ledger Live displays Firmware updated.
You've successfully updated your Ledger Operating System. Ledger Live will automatically reinstall apps on your device.
You can update your Ledger Stax OS via Bluetooth on the Ledger Live mobile app. Once the update is available, you'll see the notification in your Ledger Live app.
- Open the Ledger Live app.
- Connect your Ledger Live app and Ledger Stax using Bluetooth.
- Tap Update now.
The update progress bar will appear. - Unlock your Ledger Stax.
- Let the installation finish.
- When Ledger Stax has been restarted for the last time, unlock it.
Your Ledger Live app will display Your Ledger Stax / Ledger Flex is up-to-date. The Ledger device settings and apps will be reinstalled after the update.
Things to keep in mind:
- The device configuration (name, settings, picture, language, and list of apps) is backed up right before the update. After the update, the device is restored to its previous state.
- During the update, you need to stay within the Ledger Live app and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Your Ledger will restart multiple times during the update.
Ledger Stax and Ledger Flex OS Version History
For a complete overview of all OS versions for Ledger Stax and Ledger Flex, refer to their respective release notes pages: