Official Guide to Set Up Your Trezor®
Enter the future of cryptocurrency security. Your journey to complete digital asset protection begins here.
In the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrency, security isn't just important—it's everything. Trezor.io/start is your comprehensive gateway to understanding and implementing the highest standards of digital asset protection through hardware wallet technology.
Since 2014, Trezor has been the pioneer and trusted leader in hardware wallet solutions, protecting billions of dollars in cryptocurrency for users worldwide. Unlike software wallets that store your private keys on internet-connected devices, Trezor keeps your keys completely offline, immune to online threats, malware, and hacking attempts.
This guide will walk you through every step of setting up your Trezor hardware wallet, from initial unboxing to advanced security features. Whether you're a cryptocurrency newcomer or a seasoned investor, following these steps ensures your digital assets receive bank-vault-level protection.
The process is designed to be simple yet secure. You'll download the official Trezor Suite application, connect your device, generate a unique recovery seed, and create your personalized security setup. Each step has been refined over years of user feedback and security research to provide the perfect balance of usability and protection.
Get the official Trezor Suite application for desktop or mobile. This is your gateway to secure crypto management with an intuitive interface designed for both beginners and experts.
Follow the simple installation wizard to set up Trezor Suite on your device. The app works seamlessly across Windows, macOS, and Linux, providing a consistent experience everywhere.
Plug in your hardware wallet using the provided USB cable. Your Trezor will guide you through device initialization, PIN creation, and recovery seed generation for maximum security.
Write down your 12 or 24-word recovery phrase on the provided card. Never store it digitally. This seed is your ultimate backup and the key to recovering your funds if needed.
Your private keys never leave the device. Trezor uses advanced cryptography and secure chip technology to protect your assets from online threats and malware.
Store and manage over 1,000 cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and all major altcoins. One device, unlimited possibilities for your digital portfolio.
Trezor Suite offers an elegant, intuitive dashboard that makes managing crypto simple. Check balances, send transactions, and track portfolio performance with ease.
All Trezor firmware and software is open-source and audited by security experts worldwide. Trust through transparency is our foundation.
Access your wallet from desktop, mobile, or web. Your funds are always available wherever you need them, protected by your hardware device.
Receive automatic firmware updates with new features, security patches, and support for emerging cryptocurrencies. Stay ahead of the curve.
Hardware wallets represent the pinnacle of cryptocurrency security technology. By keeping your private keys stored on a dedicated physical device that never connects directly to the internet, you create an impenetrable barrier between your assets and potential attackers.
When you use Trezor, every transaction must be physically confirmed on the device itself. This means even if your computer is completely compromised by malware, hackers cannot steal your cryptocurrency because they cannot approve transactions without physical access to your Trezor and knowledge of your PIN.
The recovery seed generated during setup is your failsafe. This 12 or 24-word phrase is a human-readable representation of your private keys. As long as you have this seed stored securely, you can recover your entire wallet even if your Trezor is lost, stolen, or damaged. This makes Trezor not just secure, but also resilient.
Trezor's open-source philosophy means that every line of code is publicly available for review. The global security community continuously audits Trezor's software and firmware, ensuring vulnerabilities are identified and patched quickly. This transparency builds trust in a way proprietary solutions cannot match.