Trézor.io/Start® | Starting Up Your Device | Trézor®

A concise, presentation-style starter guide for safely initializing your Trézor hardware wallet. (Approx. 900 words)

Overview

Purpose

Starting your Trézor device securely protects your crypto assets by creating a hardware-isolated environment for keys. This guide walks you through unboxing, connecting, initializing, and verifying your device using the official web start page.

Quick checklist (10 steps)

  1. 1. Verify packaging

    Why it matters

    Inspect the box seal and tamper-evident stickers. A compromised package may indicate device tampering. Only proceed with a factory-sealed device.

    If anything looks suspicious, contact the vendor and Trézor support before powering the device.

  2. 2. Prepare your environment

    Safety tips

    Use a private, offline-friendly location. Avoid public Wi‑Fi while initializing. Have a pen and the included recovery card ready.

  3. 3. Visit Trézor start page

    Official link

    Open trezor.io/start in your browser — this is the official onboarding flow and provides the latest firmware and instructions.

  4. 4. Connect the device

    USB / cable

    Plug your Trézor into the computer using the supplied cable. Confirm the device screen shows the Trézor logo and a prompt to continue.

  5. 5. Install Bridge or use WebUSB

    Needed software

    If prompted, install Trezor Bridge or allow WebUSB from the start page. Follow on‑screen steps — only install software from the official site.

  6. 6. Initialize or recover

    New vs. existing

    Choose to create a new wallet (generate a new seed) or recover from an existing seed phrase. For most new devices, create a new wallet and write down the recovery phrase exactly as shown.

  7. 7. Write down recovery phrase

    Critical security step

    Write each word on the recovery card in order. Never store the phrase digitally or share it. Treat it like cash — anyone with the phrase controls your assets.

  8. 8. Set a PIN

    PIN guidance

    Create a memorable but hard-to-guess PIN. The PIN protects the device if physically stolen; keep it private and never reveal it to anyone.

  9. 9. Verify firmware & backup

    Confirm authenticity

    Use the start page to install/verify the latest firmware. Confirm that the device displays the same fingerprint/hash as the site, and that your backup verifies correctly.

  10. 10. Final checks & best practices

    Routine habits

    Test a small transaction to confirm everything works. Store the recovery card securely (safe or bank deposit). Keep firmware up to date, and never enter your recovery phrase into software or websites.

Troubleshooting (short)

Device not detected

Try a different USB cable or port, allow WebUSB, or reinstall Trezor Bridge. Reboot your computer if necessary.

Firmware mismatch or errors

Do not proceed if the firmware verification fails. Revisit the official start page and contact Trézor support if needed.

Accessibility & printing

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