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YOUR FIRST STEPS, MADE CLEAR
A straightforward guide to getting your Trezor hardware wallet ready—plus the security essentials to know before you begin.
Setting up a hardware wallet is about more than connecting a device. You’re creating the keys that control your crypto—and a recovery backup that can restore access if your device is lost or damaged.
This guide walks through the usual process. Always follow the instructions displayed in official Trezor software for your specific model.
Take each step at your own pace. Keep your recovery words private throughout the process.
Buy only from Trezor or an authorized reseller. Check that packaging is intact and never use a device that arrives with a pre-filled recovery seed.
Type trezor.io/start directly into your browser. Confirm the address carefully and avoid setup links sent through unsolicited messages or search ads.
Follow the official instructions to download Trezor Suite for your computer or use the supported web experience. Keep your operating system and browser up to date.
Connect your device with a trusted cable and follow the on-screen prompts. Install firmware only when prompted by the official Trezor Suite.
Choose to create a new wallet and set a device PIN if prompted. Your PIN protects access to the device; it is not a replacement for your recovery backup.
Write the words down in their exact order and keep them offline in a private, secure place. Never photograph, email, type, or share your seed.
The recovery seed can restore your wallet. Anyone who gets a copy may be able to access your funds. Trezor support will never ask you to reveal it.
Understand recovery seeds ↗Write it on the backup material and store it somewhere private and protected.
Do not enter your seed on a website, in an app, or into a message—even if it looks official.
Check the transaction details on your Trezor device screen before confirming.
Ignore unsolicited support calls, DMs, and links claiming your wallet needs immediate action.
Enter trezor.io/start directly in your browser. Check the domain spelling before downloading software or connecting your device.
No. Your recovery seed should be generated during setup on your device. Never use words supplied in a package or by another person.
Your recovery seed can help restore wallet access on a compatible wallet. Keep it secure and private so only you can use it.
No. Never disclose your recovery seed to anyone, including someone claiming to be support. Treat any such request as a scam.
Go straight to Trezor’s start page for model-specific guidance.