Official Trezor.io/start Guide: Begin Your Trezor Setup
Begin your Trezor setup safely and securely with our step-by-step instructions.
Trezor is a hardware wallet designed to keep your cryptocurrency secure. The Trezor.io/start guide walks you through initializing your device, setting up a PIN, securing your recovery phrase, and managing your crypto safely. By following these steps, you ensure that your digital assets remain fully under your control.
Carefully unbox your Trezor device. Check that the packaging is intact and matches official Trezor standards. If the package shows any signs of tampering, contact Trezor support immediately before proceeding.
Visit Trezor.io/start using a secure browser. This page provides the official instructions, tools, and firmware updates needed to safely initialize your device.
Only use official Trezor websites to prevent phishing or malicious software from compromising your device.
Download and install Trezor Suite, the official application to manage your hardware wallet. It is available for desktop and web platforms. Trezor Suite will guide you through the device setup, firmware updates, and account management.
Connect your Trezor device and select “Set up as new device”. You will be prompted to create a PIN code. Choose a secure PIN that only you know. Enter the PIN directly on your device; never type it on your computer or mobile device.
Your Trezor generates a recovery phrase (usually 24 words) that acts as a backup to restore your wallet. Write the words down in order on the supplied recovery card and store it in a secure, offline location. Never take photos of your recovery phrase or store it digitally.
This phrase is the key to your crypto. Anyone who has it can access your funds.
Trezor will ask you to confirm certain words from your recovery phrase to verify that you recorded it correctly. Double-check each word’s spelling and order to ensure your backup is accurate.
Connect your device to Trezor Suite to check for the latest firmware updates. Installing the newest firmware ensures optimal security and access to the latest features. Only update firmware using official Trezor tools.
After setup, you can add accounts for supported cryptocurrencies within Trezor Suite. Each account generates receiving addresses verified on your device to ensure safety from malware or tampering.
You can manage multiple assets from a single interface while keeping private keys fully protected.