Trezor.io/Start® | Starting Up Your Device | Trezor®

Welcome to the ultimate guide for setting up your Trezor hardware wallet. Follow our step-by-step instructions to ensure your cryptocurrency assets are secured with the industry's most trusted cold storage solution.

Begin Setup Process

Simple Setup Process

Follow these straightforward steps to secure your cryptocurrency assets with Trezor

1

Unbox & Connect

Carefully unbox your Trezor device and connect it to your computer or mobile device using the provided USB cable. Ensure you're visiting the official Trezor.io/start website to avoid phishing attempts.

2

Install Trezor Bridge

Download and install Trezor Bridge, the communication tool that allows your Trezor device to securely interact with the Trezor Wallet interface. This small application runs in the background.

3

Initialize Device

Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device as new or recover an existing wallet. For new setups, you'll generate a unique recovery seed - the most critical security element of your wallet.

4

Backup Recovery Seed

Write down your 12, 18, or 24-word recovery seed on the provided backup cards. Store these in multiple secure locations. This seed is your ultimate backup if your device is lost, stolen, or damaged.

5

Set PIN Protection

Create a secure PIN code to prevent unauthorized physical access to your device. The PIN matrix randomizes number positions each time for enhanced security against observation attacks.

6

Start Managing Assets

Once setup is complete, you can receive, send, and manage over 1,000 different cryptocurrencies. Explore advanced features like CoinJoin, SSH login, and password manager for enhanced utility.

Why Choose Trezor?

Discover the features that make Trezor the most trusted hardware wallet

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Maximum Security

Your private keys never leave the device, ensuring complete protection from online threats.

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Open Source

Transparent code that's continuously audited by security experts worldwide.

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Wide Compatibility

Supports over 1,000 cryptocurrencies and integrates with popular wallets.

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Easy to Use

Intuitive interface makes managing your crypto assets simple for everyone.