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Trezor.io/Start® — Starting Up Your Device®

Welcome to the safest way to set up your Trezor hardware wallet and secure your cryptocurrency assets. This quick-start guide walks you through unboxing, connecting, initializing, and recovering your device.

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This guide provides step-by-step instructions for new Trezor users. Follow each step carefully — do not skip the recovery seed step. The recovery seed is the single most important piece of information that allows you to restore your funds if your device is lost or damaged.

Setting up your Trezor device

Estimated time: 10–20 minutes. Required: your Trezor device, USB cable, a computer, and a secure place to write your recovery seed.

Unboxing

Inspect packaging for tamper-evidence and ensure your device box is sealed. The box typically includes: the Trezor device, USB cable, recovery seed cards, and quick-start guides.

Connection

Use the provided USB cable to connect your Trezor to your computer. For most setups you'll visit the official start page to download Trezor Bridge or the recommended app. Only use the official site to download software.

Initialization & PIN

Follow on-screen instructions to initialize your device. Set a strong PIN and write down the recovery seed exactly as shown. Keep the recovery seed offline and never share it.

Step-by-step quick start

Unbox & verify

Check packaging and included items. Verify authenticity if you have any doubts.
2

Connect to computer

Plug in via USB and open the official start page. Download any required bridge or desktop app.
3

Initialize & write recovery seed

Generate your recovery seed on-device. Write it down on the supplied cards — never store the seed digitally.
4

Set a PIN & confirm

Choose a PIN you will remember. Confirm it on the device. This PIN protects local access to the device.
5

Install Trezor Suite (optional)

For wallet management, install the official Trezor Suite app or use recommended web apps. Always use official links.

Security best practices

  • Never share your recovery seed — not with support, not online.
  • Store the seed offline and in multiple secure locations if needed.
  • Only download firmware and software from the official website.
  • Beware of phishing sites — check the URL before entering any information.

Frequently asked questions

A recovery seed (also called seed phrase) is a sequence of words generated during initialization that allows you to recover your wallet if the device is lost, damaged, or stolen. Keep it offline and private.
No. Storing the recovery seed digitally (text file, photo, cloud) increases the risk of theft. Write it down on the supplied cards or another secure offline medium.
Firmware updates are available through official apps. Only update from the official site and follow the instructions carefully to avoid interruptions during the update process.
If you forget your PIN, you can reset the device to factory settings. To regain access to funds, restore the wallet using your recovery seed on a new Trezor or compatible wallet.
Trezor supports Bitcoin, Ethereum, and many other coins and tokens. Check the official compatibility list in the documentation for up-to-date support information.