Trezor Hardware Wallet® | Getting Started Guide - Trezor™

Introduction

Requirements

Step 1 — Access Official Website

Always start at https://trezor.io/start to prevent phishing attacks.
  1. Open the official website in your browser.
  2. Select your Trezor model and follow on-screen instructions.
  3. Download Trezor Suite or Bridge if prompted.

Step 2 — Connect Device and Install Firmware

  1. Connect your Trezor wallet using the supplied USB cable.
  2. Follow instructions to install or update firmware.
  3. Verify firmware fingerprint against official site instructions.

Step 3 — Create Wallet & Record Recovery Seed

  1. Select “Create new wallet” on device.
  2. Write down the 12/24-word recovery seed exactly.
  3. Keep recovery seed offline in secure locations.

Step 4 — Set PIN and Optional Passphrase

  1. Set a strong PIN code.
  2. Optionally, enable a passphrase for extra security.
  3. Test PIN and passphrase for correctness.

Step 5 — Using Trezor Suite

Security Best Practices

Troubleshooting

Advanced Usage

Conclusion

By following this comprehensive guide, your Trezor Hardware Wallet® will be set up securely and ready for managing cryptocurrencies. Always refer to official resources, protect recovery seeds, update firmware, and verify transactions to ensure optimal security.