Welcome to Trezor® Start Guide

Set up your hardware wallet with confidence and secure your digital future.

Begin Your Crypto Journey Safely

The Trezor hardware wallet is the first step to owning your crypto securely. This guide will walk you through everything — from unboxing your device to making your first secure transaction. We’ve designed this page to be clear, colorful, and different from the traditional dark-themed layouts. Here, security meets simplicity.

Setup Steps

1. Unbox Your Device

Inside the package, you’ll find your Trezor hardware wallet, a USB cable, recovery seed cards, and user manuals. Ensure the holographic seal is intact. Never use a device that appears tampered with.

2. Connect to Your Computer

Plug your Trezor into a USB port. Navigate to this setup page on your browser. The device will light up and display a welcome message. You’re now ready to install the latest firmware.

3. Install Firmware

The device ships without firmware for security reasons. Install the official firmware directly from Trezor servers. This ensures that your wallet is authentic and uncompromised.

4. Create a New Wallet

Select “Create New Wallet” on the screen. Follow the prompts to generate your 12, 18, or 24-word recovery seed. Write these words down carefully on the provided recovery card.

5. Backup Your Recovery Seed

Your recovery seed is the master key to your crypto. Store it securely offline. Never share it, never type it into a computer or phone. If your device is lost, stolen, or destroyed, your recovery seed restores access to your funds.

6. Set a PIN

Choose a strong PIN directly on your device. This adds another layer of security. Avoid easy combinations like “1234” or repeated digits. Treat it like a bank PIN.

7. Install Trezor Suite

Trezor Suite is the official desktop app to manage your crypto. Download it from the official site. The Suite provides an intuitive dashboard to send, receive, trade, and secure your assets.

8. Add Accounts

Inside Trezor Suite, add accounts for different coins and tokens. Each account has its own address. Organize your portfolio by type of cryptocurrency.

9. Make Your First Transaction

Once your wallet is ready, try receiving a small amount of crypto. Copy your public address, share it, and check the confirmation. Test sending a transaction too, to get familiar with the process.

10. Explore Advanced Features

Trezor also supports passphrase protection, Shamir backup, Tor connectivity, and coin management tools. Explore these features once you’re comfortable with the basics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Trezor secure?

Trezor isolates your private keys on a hardware device that never connects directly to the internet. Transactions are signed on the device, not on your computer. This protects you against malware and phishing attacks.

What if I lose my Trezor?

If your device is lost or damaged, you can recover your funds using your recovery seed on a new Trezor or compatible wallet. That’s why storing your recovery seed safely is critical.

Can Trezor hold all cryptocurrencies?

Trezor supports thousands of coins and tokens including Bitcoin, Ethereum, ERC-20 tokens, Litecoin, and more. The official website lists the full set of supported assets.

Is Trezor Suite free?

Yes, Trezor Suite is free and open source. It is developed by SatoshiLabs with transparency and regular security audits.

Need More Help?

If you encounter any issues, visit the official Trezor Support Center. There you’ll find guides, troubleshooting tips, and direct support from experts. Always ensure you’re on the official website before downloading or entering sensitive information.