In the rapidly expanding world of cryptocurrencies, one thing remains clear—security is non-negotiable. If you’ve recently purchased a Trezor® hardware wallet, congratulations: you've made a smart choice toward protecting your digital assets from hackers, scams, and unauthorized access. Now, your next step is crucial—setting up the device correctly and securely. That’s where Trézor.io/Start comes in.
This guide provides a comprehensive overview of how to start your Trezor device, the right way, using the official setup process. Whether you're using the Trezor Model One or the Trezor Model T, this walkthrough will help you set up, back up, and begin using your hardware wallet with full confidence.
Trézor.io/Start is the official setup portal provided by Trezor, designed to ensure your wallet is initialized securely and free from tampering. It protects you from phishing websites and counterfeit devices by verifying your firmware and providing safe download links to Trezor Suite—your all-in-one wallet interface.
⚠️ Important: Always begin at https://trezor.io/start. Avoid using third-party links or unofficial setup guides.
Before beginning the setup, make sure you have:
Go to https://trezor.io/start in your browser. Select your device model, and follow the onscreen instructions. You will be directed to install Trezor Suite, the official software wallet interface.
You can choose between the desktop app or the browser version. The desktop version is preferred for better privacy and fewer online threats.
Trezor Suite is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Download and install the software directly from the website.
Once installed, open Trezor Suite and connect your Trezor device using the USB cable.
If your Trezor is brand new, it may not have firmware pre-installed. Trezor Suite will automatically detect this and prompt you to install the latest official firmware.
Do not disconnect your device during this process. It only takes a few minutes and ensures your device is running securely.
After the firmware is installed, select “Create New Wallet.” This will generate your private keys offline, directly on your device.
Your device will now display a recovery seed phrase—either 12 or 24 words depending on the model. This seed is your only way to recover your wallet.
⚠️ Never store this seed digitally. Do not take a screenshot, photo, or type it into any device.
Next, set a PIN code on your device. This adds a strong layer of protection in case your Trezor is lost or stolen. Enter the PIN using the Trezor screen and your computer.
Once your wallet is initialized, you can begin managing your crypto securely via Trezor Suite. You'll be able to:
Your journey into secure cryptocurrency management begins with Trézor.io/Start. Following the official setup ensures your Trezor is initialized safely and that your assets are under your exclusive control. With your device set up and your recovery seed stored securely, you’ve taken the most important step toward financial sovereignty.
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