Official • Trezor.io/Start

Trezor.io/Start — Official Getting Started Guide™

Set up your Trezor hardware wallet securely. This guided summary helps you initialize device firmware, create and protect your recovery seed, connect with Trezor Suite, and safely use Web3 services.

Get Started — Trezor.io/Start Quick Setup Steps

Quick note: Always access setup via the official address trezor.io/start. Avoid third-party links and never share your recovery phrase.

Trezor Device • Model One / Model T

Fast setup timeline ~10 minutes

Unbox & check

Verify the tamper-evident seal and connect your device with the supplied USB cable.

Open Trezor.io/Start

Download Trezor Suite for your OS and follow the official installer prompts.

Install firmware

Install the official firmware via Trezor Suite — never from third parties.

Create & secure seed

Write your recovery seed on the supplied card. Store it offline and away from prying eyes.

Why Trezor?

🔒 Private keys offline

All signing happens on the device — keys never touch the internet. Protects against malware and remote attacks.

🔄 Cross-platform

Trezor Suite works on Windows, macOS, and Linux. Integrate with popular wallets like MetaMask for Web3 access.

🛡️ Recoverable

Use a 12/18/24-word recovery seed to restore funds if the device is lost or damaged — but never share the seed.

⚙️ Firmware integrity

Official firmware updates are signed — Trezor Suite validates authenticity before installation.

🌐 Web3-ready

Connect to dApps and DeFi while keeping keys offline. Approve every transaction physically on the device.

📞 Support & learning

Extensive documentation, guides, and official support channels are available at Trezor Support.

Detailed setup — step by step

Download Trezor Suite: visit trezor.io/start, choose your OS, and install.
Connect device: open Suite and connect your Trezor. Follow on-screen prompts to install firmware.
Create wallet: choose "Create new wallet" — device will display your recovery words one-by-one; write them down.
Set PIN: choose a strong PIN on the device. This blocks physical attackers from accessing your keys.
Test: send a small test transaction to confirm everything works before large transfers.

FAQ — quick answers

Q: What if I lose my Trezor?

A: Restore your wallet on a new device using your recovery seed. Keep the seed safe — it is the only backup.

Q: Are firmware updates safe?

A: Yes — Trezor Suite verifies firmware signatures. Only accept updates through the official Suite or website.

Q: Can I use Trezor with MetaMask?

A: Yes — you can connect Trezor to MetaMask to sign transactions while keeping keys on the device.