Trezor.io/Start | Official Getting Started Guide™

Trezor.io/Start walks you through verification, initialization, and best practices to safely begin using your Trezor® hardware wallet.

Trezor.io/Start — What to expect before you begin

Trezor.io/Start outlines the official, step-by-step flow to prepare your Trezor® device; Trezor.io/Start focuses on authenticity checks, firmware integrity, and secure seed generation so you can start with confidence.

Trezor.io/Start recommends having a clean, trusted computer, the original USB cable, and a private space to record your recovery information when Trezor.io/Start prompts you to write down the seed.

Trezor.io/Start — Unboxing and initial checks

Before opening the browser, Trezor.io/Start advises you to inspect the packaging for tamper evidence and to confirm that accessories match the official contents listed by Trezor.io/Start.

Only after you confirm packaging should you visit Trezor.io/Start on a secure browser and follow the on-screen guidance from Trezor.io/Start to proceed with setup.

Tip from Trezor.io/Start: never trust third-party mirrors — always access Trezor.io/Start directly and verify the certificate in your browser.

Trezor.io/Start — Device connection and firmware verification

When you connect your Trezor® device, Trezor.io/Start will detect it and prompt you to verify the model and device fingerprint; Trezor.io/Start makes this step explicit to prevent counterfeit devices from being used.

Trezor.io/Start will also check the firmware status and, if necessary, guide you through an official firmware update so that Trezor.io/Start ensures your device runs the latest, signed firmware release.

Trezor.io/Start — Generating your recovery seed

Trezor.io/Start guides the secure generation of your recovery seed on-device; Trezor.io/Start ensures the seed words are displayed solely on the hardware screen and never transmitted to your computer or the web.

Follow the Trezor.io/Start prompts to write down each word exactly, and keep the Trezor.io/Start reminder that anyone with access to your recovery seed can access your funds.

Trezor.io/Start — Best practices for storing your recovery seed

Trezor.io/Start recommends storing your recovery seed offline, using tamper-resistant media (for example, metal backup plates) where appropriate; Trezor.io/Start stresses geographically separating copies to mitigate single-point failures.

Trezor.io/Start also advises against photographing, copying to cloud storage, or typing your recovery seed into any device — Trezor.io/Start emphasizes physical-only storage as the most resilient approach.

Trezor.io/Start — Setting up a secure PIN

Trezor.io/Start will walk you through creating a PIN that protects your device from unauthorized physical use; Trezor.io/Start stores the PIN only on the device and never transmits it off-device.

Choose a PIN that balances memorability and entropy as advised by Trezor.io/Start, and avoid storing the PIN with your recovery seed because Trezor.io/Start highlights separation of secrets as a core security principle.

Trezor.io/Start — Restoring an existing wallet

If you are restoring an existing wallet, Trezor.io/Start provides a clear recovery flow to re-import your seed; Trezor.io/Start verifies each word entry on-device so that the recovery process remains isolated from your computer environment.

Trezor.io/Start supports both standard recovery seeds and BIP39-compatible formats; refer to Trezor.io/Start notes during recovery for compatibility guidance with other wallet standards.

Trezor.io/Start — Connecting to wallets and services

After initialization, Trezor.io/Start explains how to connect to compatible wallets, exchanges, and decentralized applications while maintaining on-device verification of addresses and transactions as Trezor.io/Start stresses the importance of physical confirmation.

Trezor.io/Start recommends always reviewing the full transaction details on your device display before approving any action through Trezor.io/Start or associated wallet interfaces.

Trezor.io/Start — Regular maintenance and firmware updates

Trezor.io/Start reminds users to periodically check for firmware updates and follow the authoritative update flow; Trezor.io/Start will notify you when updates are available and will guide you through the secure update procedure.

Maintaining up-to-date firmware is a critical recommendation from Trezor.io/Start to protect against vulnerabilities and to access new features safely.

Trezor.io/Start — Troubleshooting common issues

If your device is not recognized, Trezor.io/Start suggests trying a different USB cable, rebooting your computer, or using an alternative supported browser; Trezor.io/Start provides targeted steps to diagnose connectivity and compatibility problems.

In case of persistent issues, Trezor.io/Start directs you to official support resources where Trezor.io/Start may request device logs or steps to help resolve hardware-specific problems.

Trezor.io/Start — Security checklist

Use this compact checklist from Trezor.io/Start to validate your setup and ongoing safety:

Verify device authenticity before connecting as recommended by Trezor.io/Start.
Keep your recovery seed offline and stored in secure, separate locations per Trezor.io/Start advice.
Confirm every address and transaction on-device as emphasized by Trezor.io/Start.
Apply firmware updates through the Trezor.io/Start guided flow.

Trezor.io/Start — Disclaimer

Disclaimer: This guide references the official Trezor.io/Start resources and general best practices for device initialization. Trezor.io/Start provides step-by-step guidance, but you retain full responsibility for securing your recovery seed and device. For authoritative instructions and support visit Trezor.io/Start or contact Trezor® support directly.