Step 1: Go to the Official Setup Page
Begin by navigating to trezor.io/start. This is the official and secure setup portal provided by SatoshiLabs. Always type the URL manually or use a trusted bookmark to avoid phishing attempts.
Ensuring the address is exactly correct (including HTTPS) protects you from spoofing sites and malicious imitators.
Step 2: Inspect Your Device and Unbox Carefully
Before plugging in your Trezor device, inspect the packaging. It should be factory-sealed, and any signs of tampering should raise red flags.
Once unboxed, you should find the hardware wallet (Model One or Model T), a USB cable, recovery seed cards, and documentation.
Step 3: Download and Install Trezor Suite
On the setup page, choose your operating system—Windows, macOS, or Linux—and download Trezor Suite, the official management app.
If necessary, you may also be prompted to install Trezor Bridge, which helps your browser communicate with the hardware device if WebUSB isn’t supported directly.
Step 4: Connect and Initialize Your Device
Use the supplied USB cable to connect your Trezor to your computer. Launch Trezor Suite, and the app will detect an uninitialized device and guide you to install firmware securely.
Follow on‑screen prompts and confirm any actions directly on the device, such as fingerprint validation (for Model T) or rebooting the device after installation.
Step 5: Create or Recover Your Wallet
Next, choose to create a new wallet or recover an existing one using your recovery seed. If creating new, the device will generate a 12‑ or 24‑word recovery phrase.
Write this seed exactly on the provided card—never store it digitally or take a photo. Seed loss means permanent loss of funds if your device is unavailable.
Step 6: Set a PIN and (Optionally) Passphrase
Secure your device by setting a PIN code. This adds a crucial second layer of security in case someone gains physical access to your Trezor.
Advanced users may also enable a passphrase, acting like a 25th word—creating hidden wallets that remain secure even if someone knows your seed.
Step 7: Start Managing Your Crypto
With your wallet set up, you can begin receiving, sending, and storing cryptocurrencies through Trezor Suite. Each transaction must be physically confirmed on the device, safeguarding against remote threats.
Suite also supports features like portfolio tracking, swaps, built-in exchange support, and privacy options such as Tor or CoinJoin.
Step 8: Maintain Ongoing Security
Always verify the URL and browser favicon when accessing the setup page or Suite. Never share your recovery seed, and store it offline in a safe place.
Regularly update firmware through Trezor Suite to access new features and security patches.
Avoid using public or shared computers during setup and refrain from entering your seed online—only on the device itself.
Why Starting at Trezor.io/start Matters
Trezor.io/start is the **only official and secure onboarding portal** for Trezor hardware wallets—verified by SatoshiLabs :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}. Using it ensures you’re downloading authentic software and firmware, not falling prey to phishing or counterfeit pages :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}. The page walks you step-by-step through setup—from firmware installation and backup to PIN setup and wallet management :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.
It provides verified download links for Trezor Suite (and Bridge if needed), explains security best practices like seed backup, PIN creation, and helps you avoid impersonator sites :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}.