Welcome to the official onboarding guide: Trezor.io/Start⁕⁕. This page walks you through the safe, step‑by‑step process to initialize your Trezor hardware wallet. Whether you are new to hardware wallets or migrating from another solution, these instructions are built to safeguard your funds and private keys from the outset.
Using Trezor.io/Start⁕⁕ ensures you always begin with an authentic, up‑to‑date, and secure setup environment. It minimizes risks such as phishing, tampered firmware, or fake installers. Starting here means your software, firmware, and verification routines are driven by the official developer pipeline.
Every link, download, and verification step on this page is curated by the Trezor team. Because cryptographic integrity matters, the process ensures that your private keys never leave the device and that your recovery seed is generated in a secure, offline context.
Before launching setup, make sure you have the following:
Here’s a quick outline of the steps you will go through:
trezor.io/startEach step is deliberately sequential — you’ll be guided forward only once prior steps are successfully completed. Let’s dive into the details.
Open your browser and type https://trezor.io/start directly. Avoid using search engines or links that may lead to spoofed pages. This ensures authenticity from the first click. Once loaded, the site will detect your device (if plugged in) and guide you onwards.
Trezor Suite is the software bridge between your computer and your Trezor device. On the start page, choose to either:
The desktop app offers the fullest functionality and is often recommended. Follow the platform-specific installer instructions until the application is ready to run.
Plug your Trezor into your computer via the USB cable. If the device lacks firmware (brand new) or has an outdated version, Trezor Suite prompts you to install or update it. Confirm the action on your device’s screen.
Your device will reboot after firmware installation. Reconnect it when instructed to proceed. The firmware ensures your device can properly sign transactions, manage keys, and interact safely with software.
After firmware is in place, the Suite and your device perform a hardware genuineness check. This cryptographic verification confirms the device has not been tampered with. You may need to confirm matching values or messages on your device’s screen in sync with the application.
At this stage you decide to:
If creating new, write each word carefully on the backup card (in order) and confirm selection prompts. Triple-check that word spelling and order are exact.
You’ll choose a PIN (often 4 to 10 digits). Enter the PIN **on the device screen**, not your computer. Confirm by re-entering when prompted. This PIN defends your device in case someone gains physical access.
Do *not* write your PIN on or near your device or with your seed phrase. Keep them separate.
A passphrase adds an extra security layer: effectively a 25th word not stored on the device. It unlocks a hidden wallet. But it also adds complexity and risk — losing or forgetting the passphrase means total loss of access.
Use this only if you fully understand the risks and can reliably manage the passphrase.
Once setup basics are complete, you can add supported cryptocurrencies (Bitcoin, Ethereum, many ERC‑20 tokens, etc.). Use “Receive” to generate deposit addresses and “Send” to make outgoing transactions.
Always compare the address shown on your computer with what appears on the device screen — they must match before approving any transaction.
To validate your setup end-to-end, send a small test amount from another wallet into your new Trezor wallet. Confirm receipt, then optionally send it back. Once confident, you can transfer larger amounts safely.
Label your wallets meaningfully (ex: “Savings,” “Trading,” “Learning”). Customize view preferences and set up portfolio tracking if supported. Early organization helps prevent mistakes and confusions later.
If your computer or software doesn’t detect the Trezor, try:
If firmware installation appears frozen, keep the software open, unplug and replug your device, and retry. Don’t interrupt mid‑process unless instructed.
If the address displayed in the software and on your Trezor device disagree, cancel the transaction. This is a potential sign of malware or compromised software.
If recovery does not accept your seed, double-check spelling, word order, and ensure you're entering English (or the correct dictionary). Watch out for confusing words (e.g. “lead” vs “led”).
Your setup is only the beginning. Adopt these habits to protect your crypto:
Once your device is fully configured, you gain full control of your crypto environment. Here’s what you can do next:
This is the official, safe path maintained by Trezor developers. Third‑party or random links might host malware or fraudulent software.
Use your recovery seed on another Trezor or a compatible wallet to restore your funds. That’s why treating your seed securely is vital.
Trezor supports many major blockchains (Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc.) and a wide range of tokens. Supported lists evolve with firmware updates.
If you forget your PIN but keep your recovery seed, you can reset the device and restore using the seed. Without either, access is lost.
A passphrase adds protection, but increases responsibility. Use it only if comfortable managing it. Losing it means that portion of funds is irrecoverable, even with your seed.
While the setup process may only take minutes, every decision you make during initialization can affect your security forever. Proceed deliberately and never rush your backups or verification steps.
Moving forward, maintain vigilance: always cross‑check prompts on the device, keep software up to date, and never trust unsolicited requests for your seed or PIN. With good habits and safe practices, your Trezor will serve as a strong, reliable vault for your digital assets.