Welcome to the ultimate guide for setting up your Trezor hardware wallet. Follow these steps to securely store your cryptocurrencies and protect your digital assets from unauthorized access.
Carefully unbox your Trezor device and check all components. Your package should include the Trezor device itself, a USB cable, recovery seed cards, and some Trezor stickers.
Inspect the device for any signs of tampering. The holographic seal should be intact and untampered. If you notice anything suspicious, contact Trezor support immediately.
Connect your Trezor device to your computer using the provided USB cable. Ensure you're using a secure computer with updated antivirus software.
Visit the official Trezor website at trezor.io/start to begin the setup process. Never use links from emails or third-party websites to avoid phishing attempts.
Download and install Trezor Bridge, the communication tool that allows your Trezor device to interact with the Trezor Wallet interface.
Trezor Bridge is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. You may need to restart your browser after installation.
Follow the on-screen instructions to initialize your Trezor device. You'll be prompted to install the latest firmware, which contains important security updates and new features.
Never skip firmware updates as they often include critical security patches that protect your device from newly discovered vulnerabilities.
Your Trezor will generate a unique 12, 18, or 24-word recovery seed. Write it down on the provided cards and store it in a safe place.
Set up a PIN code to protect your device from unauthorized physical access. The PIN matrix is randomized each time for added security.
Your Trezor supports Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, Dash, Zcash, and all ERC-20 tokens, plus many more cryptocurrencies.
Access your wallet through the web interface or download Trezor Suite for a more comprehensive desktop experience.
Private keys never leave your device, keeping them safe from online threats.
All transactions must be physically confirmed on your Trezor device.
Add an optional passphrase for creating hidden wallets with extra security.
Your Trezor is designed to show evidence of any physical tampering attempts.
Windows 10 and later
macOS 10.11 and later
Most popular distributions
With OTG adapter