trezor.io/start — Official Trezor® Setup & Quickstart Guide®
Introduction
Welcome! This guide walks you through getting your Trezor hardware wallet up and running safely. Follow the official setup steps, verify official links, and keep your recovery phrase private. For the official guide and firmware checks visit: https://trezor.io/start.
Prepare: What you need
Box contents & initial checks
Unbox your Trezor and verify tamper-evident seals. Only connect the device after confirming the official start page at: https://trezor.io/start. Keep a clean surface, a pen, and paper (or your secure backup medium) ready.
Important: Safety first
Never reveal your recovery phrase to anyone, never enter it into a website, and always verify the official start page and firmware prompts shown on the device display. Check the official link: https://trezor.io/start.
Setup — Quickstart steps
Step-by-step
- Go to the official start page: Open https://trezor.io/start.
- Connect your Trezor: Use the provided cable. The device will show a welcome screen; confirm on the device.
- Install Trezor Suite or follow browser prompts: The official site guides you to Trezor Suite or the web-based flow.
- Create a new wallet: Follow prompts on the device and in the app — write down the recovery phrase exactly as shown.
- Confirm recovery: The device will ask you to confirm selected words to ensure you recorded them correctly.
Tip
Keep your recovery stored offline in multiple secure locations. Do not photograph it or keep it in cloud storage.
Verify firmware & authenticity
Always verify firmware and genuine-device checks via the official start page. The Trezor device will display a fingerprint/confirmation that you must confirm on the device screen to ensure authenticity. More at: https://trezor.io/start.
Troubleshooting quick checks
- Is your cable data-capable? Try the original cable.
- Use another USB port or machine if the device is not detected.
- Confirm you are on the official start URL: https://trezor.io/start.
Security best practices
Do
Keep firmware up to date, never share your recovery phrase, use a PIN and passphrase if you need extra protection, and confirm addresses shown on the device before authorizing transactions.
Don't
Don’t trust unsolicited messages or links, don’t enter your recovery phrase online, and don’t store your seed where it can be easily found. When in doubt, revisit https://trezor.io/start.
FAQ & quick answers
What if I lose my device?
Use your recovery phrase to restore funds to a new Trezor or compatible wallet. Keep the phrase safe and private.
Can Trezor be hacked?
No system is 100% immune — but keeping firmware updated, using the official start flow, and protecting your recovery phrase are the highest-impact defenses. Official guidance is at: https://trezor.io/start.
Resources (official links)
Below are direct official links for quick access; each opens in a new tab.