Trezor Wallet | Starting® Up® Your® Device®

Welcome to Trezor Wallet

Congratulations on acquiring your Trezor Wallet! You’re about to step into a world of secure, self‑custodial crypto control. This guide will walk you through every part of starting up your device—unboxing, setup, security, usage, and best practices—so you can safely manage your digital assets.

Trezor allows you to keep your private keys offline, out of reach of malware, hackers, and phishing attacks. This is the essence of hardware wallet security. But with great power comes responsibility: you must follow secure steps carefully and safeguard your recovery information.

Unboxing and Initial Inspection

Before touching any software, inspect your Trezor device and packaging for integrity:

• Ensure the outer seal is intact and untampered.
• Check that the device matches the model you ordered.
• Verify that accessories—USB cable, recovery seed cards, instruction booklet—are included.
• Do not use the device if packaging appears compromised—contact support immediately.

Hardware wallet security begins before the first connection. Never trust a device with unknown origins.

Download and Install Trezor Bridge / Trezor Suite

To communicate with your Trezor device, you need software on your computer. The official options are:

• Trezor Bridge — a lightweight communication layer that allows web browsers to talk with your device.
• Trezor Suite — desktop & web app for managing accounts, transactions, firmware updates, and more.

Steps:

1. Visit the official site: trezor.io/start
2. Download Bridge or Suite for your operating system (Windows, macOS, Linux).
3. Install the software by following on-screen instructions.
4. Open the application—Bridge runs in the background; Suite provides a user interface.

First Connection and Device Initialization

Let’s connect your device and walk through initialization.

1. Plug your Trezor into your computer via USB.
2. Your computer and software should detect the device.
3. You’ll be prompted to set up a new wallet or recover an existing one.
4. Choose “Create new wallet” for a fresh start.
5. The device will prompt for a PIN; you’ll choose and confirm it on the device’s screen.

The PIN acts as a first line of defense if someone obtains your device physically.

Recovery Seed: Your Ultimate Backup

After PIN setup, the device will generate a recovery seed — typically 12, 18, or 24 words— which is your only way to restore your wallet if the device is lost or destroyed.

Write these words down in the exact order presented using the provided recovery seed card or your own trusted backup method. Do not store them digitally or photograph them.

1. Write each word clearly and legibly.
2. Confirm the words when prompted by your Trezor.
3. Store the written seed securely, ideally in a fireproof/waterproof safe.
4. Do not share or reveal the seed under any circumstances.

Installing Cryptocurrency Apps & Adding Accounts

Each blockchain (Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc.) requires a specific “app” on your Trezor to work with it. Trezor Suite (or supported web UIs) helps you install and manage these apps.

1. Open Trezor Suite and go to the “Manager” or “Apps” section.
2. Allow the connection on your device.
3. Select which coin apps you want to install (e.g. BTC, ETH).
4. Ledger the space: simpler devices have limited memory—uninstall unused apps if needed.

After installing apps, you can add accounts. In the Suite interface:

1. Go to “Accounts” → “Add account.”
2. Select the cryptocurrency.
3. Follow prompts to sync account and view balance.

Receiving Funds Securely

To receive crypto to your Trezor wallet:

• Open the account in Trezor Suite.
• Click “Receive.”
• Confirm that the receiving address shown in the software matches the one on your device’s screen.
• Share only the verified address with your sender.

Always confirm addresses on the hardware device to avoid tampering by malware or fake interfaces.

Sending Funds and Signing Transactions

When you send funds:

1. Click “Send” in your Trezor Suite software.
2. Enter recipient address and amount.
3. Review transaction details carefully.
4. On your Trezor device, you will be asked to confirm the address, amount, and fees directly.
5. Approve to broadcast the transaction.

This two-step confirmation ensures that even if your computer is compromised, the final approval is done securely on the device.

Managing Devices and Firmware Updates

Trezor regularly releases firmware updates that introduce new features and address vulnerabilities. Keep your device up to date:

1. Ensure your device is connected and unlocked.
2. Open Trezor Suite; if an update is available, you’ll receive a prompt.
3. Follow on-screen steps to download and install the update.
4. Do not disconnect or power off the device mid-update.

Updating regularly ensures you benefit from enhanced security and compatibility with new cryptocurrencies.

Security Best Practices

To maximize protection:

• Always verify transaction details (address, amount, fees) on the hardware screen before approving.
• Use the passphrase feature (if available) to create hidden wallets.
• Never enter your recovery seed on any computer or online form.
• Avoid connecting your Trezor to unknown or public computers.
• Always use the official Trezor website and software.
• Periodically test recovery using a secondary device (if you have one).

Troubleshooting & Support

Here are solutions to common issues:

• Device not recognized: Check your cable, port, and reinstall Bridge or Suite software.
• Incorrect PIN: After several attempts, the device may reset. Use your recovery seed to restore.
• Firmware update fails: Retry carefully or contact Trezor support.
• Recovery seed errors: Ensure exact word spelling and order during restoration.

Visit Trezor Support for guides, FAQs, and direct help.

Final Thoughts

By following this guide, you have taken the essential steps to set up and secure your Trezor Wallet®. You now hold full control over your private keys, and your crypto assets are protected from remote threats.

Maintain safe practices: store your recovery seed reliably, keep firmware updated, and always verify on-device. With consistency and care, you can confidently manage your digital wealth using Trezor Wallet®.

Begin your crypto journey well equipped. Welcome to the world of secure, self-custodial crypto.