Start®

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

A clear, careful walkthrough to get your Trezor hardware wallet running securely — from unboxing to your first transaction.

Welcome to the official getting-started guide for your Trezor device. This page is written to be practical and thorough — we cover every step you need to take to initialize your device, create and safeguard your recovery, link Ledger-compatible (sic) apps, and confidently send or receive digital assets. Read each step carefully, and follow the security notes closely. If you prefer a video walkthrough, official resources are available on Trezor's site.

Step 1 — Verify packaging and device integrity

Inspect the packaging for tamper-evident seals and factory markings. Your new Trezor should come with a recovery card, a USB cable, and documentation. If the packaging looks compromised, contact the vendor before proceeding.

Step 2 — Visit Trezor.io/start

Open a secure browser on a trusted computer and navigate to trezor.io/start. The official site will guide you to download the Trezor Suite or pair with supported third-party wallets. Avoid downloading software from unknown sources.

Step 3 — Initialize device

Follow on-screen instructions to set a PIN on your Trezor. Choose a PIN length and pattern that's easy for you to remember but hard for others to guess. Do not store the PIN on your computer or phone.

Step 4 — Write down your recovery seed

The device will display a 12–24 word recovery seed. Record these words on the supplied recovery sheet exactly as shown. This seed is the only backup of your wallet — keep it offline and in multiple secure locations if desired. Never type or photograph the seed.

Step 5 — Confirm and test

After recording the seed, you'll be asked to confirm a selection of words to verify accuracy. Once confirmed, connect the device to Trezor Suite and check that account balances load correctly. Send a small test transaction before moving larger amounts.

Step 6 — Maintain security hygiene

Keep firmware up-to-date via Trezor Suite, avoid suspicious links or unsolicited support offers, and never disclose your recovery seed. Consider a hardware-secure backup like a metal seed storage plate for long-term protection.

Extended guidance & best practices

When choosing where to store your recovery seed, factor in fire, water, and theft risks. Splitting the seed into multiple secure locations can reduce single-point-of-failure risk, but only if you can reliably reconstruct it when needed. Enable passphrases only after understanding their implications: a passphrase adds security but also creates an additional secret to manage — lose it and access to those funds is lost forever.

Troubleshooting quick tips

If your device is unresponsive, try a different USB cable or port, and ensure Trezor Suite is up to date. If a firmware update fails, consult official recovery steps in Trezor documentation rather than following random forum advice. For suspicious activity, isolate the device and reach out to official Trezor support channels.

This guide is intended as a comprehensive primer. For advanced operations such as coin-specific staking, multi-sig setups, or connecting to developer tools, consult the official Trezor documentation and community resources.
Start® Your Device®
Trezor Suite — Secure Setup
Ready
  • Download — Visit trezor.io/start
  • Initialize — Create PIN & record recovery
  • Confirm — Verify words & sync accounts
  • Secure — Store seed offline & update firmware
Tip: Always confirm transaction details on the device screen, never rely solely on the computer display.