Your Secure Gateway to Protecting Digital Assets
Welcome to the official guide for setting up your Trezor hardware wallet through Trezor.io/Start. This step-by-step walkthrough will help you configure your device, install the firmware, and create a secure recovery seed to safeguard your cryptocurrencies.
Whether you’ve purchased a Trezor Model T or Trezor One, this guide will ensure your setup process is smooth, secure, and straightforward.
Visit Trezor.io/StartBefore you power on your device, take a moment to carefully inspect the packaging. A genuine Trezor device comes in a sealed box with a holographic label. If the seal is tampered with or the box seems opened, stop immediately and contact Trezor Support.
Plug in your Trezor device using the provided USB cable. Open your web browser and visit trezor.io/start. You’ll be redirected to the official Trezor Suite page.
Trezor Suite is the secure desktop and web application that helps you manage your crypto, check balances, send or receive coins, and perform firmware updates — all while keeping your private keys offline.
Choose the version suitable for your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux). Download and install it securely.
If prompted, install the latest firmware before proceeding. Firmware ensures your device runs securely with up-to-date protection.
Once connected, Trezor Suite will offer two choices: create a new wallet or recover an existing one. If this is your first time using Trezor, select “Create new wallet.”
Always perform this setup in a private environment, not a public network. Avoid screenshots or storing recovery words digitally. Write them down by hand only.
Your recovery seed (usually 12, 18, or 24 words) is your ultimate backup. If your device is lost or damaged, you can restore your wallet using this seed phrase. It must never be photographed, copied, or shared.
You’ll now create a PIN to protect your device from unauthorized access. Choose a unique 4–9 digit code. The PIN will be required each time you unlock your Trezor.
The randomized number grid shown on your computer and device ensures no one can record your inputs visually.
Once your wallet is ready, explore the dashboard in Trezor Suite. You can view balances, send or receive coins, and review recent transactions. The interface supports Bitcoin, Ethereum, and hundreds of ERC-20 tokens.
Trezor offers optional layers of protection, including passphrases and hidden wallets. A passphrase acts as a 25th recovery word, giving you access to an additional wallet space.
It’s a good practice to test your recovery seed by restoring it on a secondary device (offline). This ensures your backup truly works before you rely on it for the long term.
Remember, Trezor never stores your private keys online — the seed and wallet remain entirely offline within your control.
To keep your hardware wallet safe, store it in a dry, cool location and away from unauthorized users. Never lend it out, and avoid connecting it to unknown USB ports.
Setting up your device through Trezor.io/Start® is the foundation of keeping your digital assets secure. With every transaction verified on your hardware wallet’s screen, your crypto remains protected from malware and phishing attempts.
Keep your firmware current, store your recovery seed offline, and enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing your crypto is in your control.