Welcome to the official Trezor setup portal. This comprehensive guide will walk you through initializing your hardware wallet, creating your secure recovery seed, and beginning your journey to ultimate cryptocurrency protection with the world's most trusted hardware wallet.
Begin by connecting your Trezor hardware wallet to your computer using the provided USB cable. Visit trezor.io/start in your web browser to access the official setup wizard. Ensure you're using the genuine Trezor website to avoid phishing attempts. The setup wizard will automatically detect your connected device and guide you through the initialization process. For mobile setup, download the official Trezor app from your device's app store.
For desktop setup, you'll need to install Trezor Bridge - a communication tool that allows your browser to securely interact with your Trezor device. The setup wizard will prompt you to download and install this small application. This step ensures secure communication between your Trezor and the web interface. The bridge runs in the background and enables all Trezor-related applications to communicate with your device securely.
Follow the on-screen instructions to initialize your Trezor device. You'll be prompted to set up a PIN code to protect your device from unauthorized physical access. Choose a PIN that's strong but memorable. The device will then generate your recovery seed - a list of 12, 18, or 24 words that can restore your wallet if your device is lost or damaged. Write this down on the provided recovery card and store it securely offline.
To ensure you've correctly written down your recovery seed, Trezor will ask you to verify it by selecting the words in the correct order. This crucial step confirms that you have a proper backup of your wallet. Never store your recovery seed digitally or share it with anyone. Once verified, your Trezor is ready to use! You can now install cryptocurrency applications and start managing your digital assets securely through the Trezor Suite interface.
Trezor hardware wallets provide the highest level of security for your cryptocurrencies. Unlike software wallets or exchange accounts, Trezor keeps your private keys completely isolated from internet-connected devices, protecting them from hackers, malware, and phishing attacks.
Your Trezor device acts as a secure vault for your digital assets. Even if your computer is compromised, your cryptocurrencies remain safe because private keys never leave the device and all transactions require physical confirmation.
The setup process at trezor.io/start is designed to be straightforward for beginners while offering advanced features for experienced users. Trezor supports over 1,000 cryptocurrencies and tokens, with regular firmware updates adding support for new assets and security enhancements. The intuitive Trezor Suite interface allows you to easily send, receive, and manage your digital wealth while maintaining complete control over your private keys.
Trezor's open-source philosophy means that security experts worldwide can audit the code, ensuring transparency and trust. Combined with the device's tamper-resistant design and secure element chip (in Model T), you can be confident that your investments are protected by industry-leading security measures developed by the pioneers of hardware wallets.
Your Trezor is protected by a PIN code that locks after multiple incorrect attempts, preventing brute force attacks and unauthorized access.
A 12-24 word recovery phrase allows you to restore your wallet on any Trezor device if yours is lost, stolen, or damaged.
Trezor's firmware and software are open source, allowing security experts to audit the code and verify its integrity.