Welcome to the official Trezor.io Start Portal. This secure initialization process helps you activate your Trezor hardware wallet, verify firmware, create your recovery seed, and start managing your digital assets safely. Every step is encrypted locally, ensuring your private keys never leave your device.
Begin by connecting your Trezor device using the original USB cable provided in your package. Once connected, visit Trezor.io/Start to verify your firmware version. The site will automatically detect your device model (Trezor One or Trezor Model T) and display setup instructions accordingly.
Download the Trezor Suite application for your operating system. This platform provides full control over your cryptocurrencies, including sending, receiving, staking, and token management. Use only the official website to avoid phishing risks. Suite offers dark mode, Tor integration, and advanced portfolio analytics.
When prompted, create a new wallet directly on your device. You’ll see your recovery seed — a sequence of 12, 18, or 24 words. Write these words down in order on the recovery card. Never take photos, screenshots, or store your seed digitally. Your recovery seed is your key to restoring access to all funds.
Your Trezor device generates your seed offline to ensure no exposure to the internet. If your device is lost or damaged, this seed allows you to restore your wallet on a new Trezor. Consider multiple physical backups stored separately in safe locations. Avoid online storage or cloud services for recovery data.
Trezor firmware uses cryptographic signatures to confirm authenticity. During startup, your device checks for valid firmware. If a warning appears, disconnect immediately and reinstall using Trezor.io/Start. Authentic firmware ensures your wallet remains tamper-proof and resistant to malware.
Set up a secure PIN directly on your device to prevent unauthorized access. After several failed attempts, your Trezor automatically wipes itself to protect funds.
For maximum privacy, enable the optional passphrase. This feature adds a secondary layer, creating hidden wallets only you can unlock.
Your private keys remain isolated within the secure element chip. Transactions are verified physically, eliminating remote attack risks.
Trezor firmware is open source and verifiable, ensuring full transparency and community trust in every update release.
If you encounter any issues, Trezor’s official Help Center provides verified guides for setup, firmware updates, and error resolutions. Avoid third-party advice channels unless linked from the official documentation. For safety, never share your recovery seed or PIN with anyone, including support representatives.
Stay informed through blog.trezor.io for official announcements, feature launches, and ongoing security enhancements. Trezor’s community values open communication, transparency, and education to strengthen user safety across the crypto ecosystem.