Welcome to Trezor's Official Start Guide
Securely set up your Trezor hardware wallet with confidence using Trezor Suite.
Trezor offers industry-leading security technology to keep your cryptocurrency assets safe. This Start Guide provides clear instructions for new users, including connection, firmware updates, wallet creation, and recovery.
Getting Started: Step-by-Step Setup
- Download Trezor Suite for your platform (Windows/Mac/Linux).
- Connect your Trezor device with the provided USB-C cable.
- Verify the device box seal and device screen for authenticity.
- Launch Trezor Suite and follow prompts to update device firmware if needed.
- Create a new wallet or restore using your recovery seed.
- Write down and safely keep your 24-word recovery seed offline.
- Set a secure PIN on your device for physical protection.
- Choose cryptocurrencies to activate and sync with Trezor Suite.
- Begin managing your assets — sending, receiving, staking, and swapping.
Protective Security Features
- All private keys stored securely offline on your Trezor device.
- Mandatory PIN and optional passphrase for extra wallet layers.
- Anti-tampering holographic seal assures genuine hardware.
- Encrypted communication between hardware and Suite safeguards data.
- Backup via Shamir secret sharing adds redundancy and security.
- Discreet mode to protect your sensitive info.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a recovery seed and why is it important?
How do firmware updates improve security?
Can I restore my wallet on a new device?
What if I forget my PIN?
Interactive Setup Simulation
Experience the stepwise process of setting up your Trezor device and wallet in this simulation.