A concise, user-friendly guide to get your hardware wallet online and secure — written for first-time setup and safe recovery.
Welcome to Trezor.io/Start®. This page walks you through powering your device, installing the Trezor Suite or using the web setup, selecting a secure PIN, and creating a recovery seed. Follow each step carefully — a hardware wallet is your strongest line of defense for private keys and long-term crypto custody.
Connect your device using the included cable to your computer or a USB power source. Wait for the device screen to display the Trezor welcome animation.
Open a browser and navigate to Trezor.io/Start®. The official start page verifies firmware and gives you a simple installer for Trezor Suite or a browser-based setup. Always verify the secure badge in your URL bar to ensure authenticity.
Follow on-screen instructions to install the latest firmware and Suite app. If an update is required, allow the device to update — firmware updates close security gaps and add features.
Choose a PIN that you can remember but that others cannot guess. Your PIN protects the device; keep it private. You can personalize the PIN entry order for extra protection if prompted by the device.
This is the most critical step. The device will generate a recovery seed (12, 18, or 24 words). Write the words on the provided card and store them securely offline. Never photograph or store the seed on a connected device.
Confirm the seed by following the device prompts. Verify addresses before sending funds and enable optional features like passphrase protection only when you understand how they work.
Periodically open Trezor Suite or visit Trezor.io/Start® to check for firmware and app updates. Good maintenance reduces risk and keeps compatibility with new coins and standards.