Starting Up Your Trezor™ Hardware Wallet
Your complete guide to setting up and securing your cryptocurrency assets
Welcome to the world of secure cryptocurrency storage. Your Trezor hardware wallet provides the highest level of security for your digital assets by keeping your private keys offline and protected from online threats.
Carefully unbox your Trezor device and verify the holographic seal is intact. Ensure all components are present and undamaged.
Download and install Trezor Suite from the official Trezor.io website. This is your gateway to managing your cryptocurrency.
Connect your Trezor to your computer using the provided USB cable. Follow the on-screen setup instructions in Trezor Suite.
Set up your device, create a secure PIN, and most importantly - write down your recovery seed phrase on the provided card.
Install firmware apps for the cryptocurrencies you want to manage. Trezor supports 1,000+ coins and tokens.
Start transferring your cryptocurrency from exchanges or other wallets to your new Trezor-secured addresses.
Trezor offers two main hardware wallet models, both providing the same core security features with different form factors and capabilities.
Premium device with touchscreen
Color touchscreen for easy navigation
SD card slot for additional security
Supports 1,000+ cryptocurrencies
Advanced features and coin support
Original and reliable
Two-button navigation
Proven security since 2014
Supports 1,000+ cryptocurrencies
Perfect for beginners and experts
Trezor invented the world's first cryptocurrency hardware wallet and continues to set the standard for security and usability.
Your private keys never leave the device. All transactions are verified on the device screen and require physical confirmation.
All Trezor software and firmware is open source, allowing security experts worldwide to audit and verify the code.
Works with 1,000+ cryptocurrencies and integrates with popular wallets, exchanges, and DeFi platforms.
Since 2014, Trezor has secured billions of dollars in cryptocurrency assets for users worldwide.
Protecting your cryptocurrency requires following security best practices from day one.
Write it down on the provided card and store it in a secure location. Never digitize it or store it online.
Always verify receiving addresses on your Trezor screen before sending funds.
Regularly update your Trezor firmware to benefit from the latest security improvements.
Only download Trezor Suite from trezor.io/start and avoid phishing websites.
Your Trezor hardware wallet is a physical device that securely stores your private keys offline and signs transactions. Trezor Suite is the software application that allows you to manage your cryptocurrency portfolio, check balances, send and receive transactions, and interact with your Trezor device. The two work together - your private keys never leave the Trezor device, while Trezor Suite provides the interface to interact with blockchain networks.
Yes, you can recover your funds using your 12, 18, or 24-word recovery seed phrase. This phrase is a backup of your private keys. If you lose your device or it gets damaged, you can purchase a new Trezor (or use a compatible wallet) and restore your entire wallet using this recovery phrase. This is why it's critically important to write down your recovery seed and store it securely.
No, we strongly recommend against purchasing used Trezor devices. A previously owned device could be compromised or tampered with. Always purchase directly from Trezor.io or authorized resellers to ensure you're getting a genuine, untampered device. During setup, your Trezor device will generate a unique recovery seed, ensuring no one else has access to your funds.
You should update your Trezor device's firmware whenever a new version is available. These updates often include important security improvements, new features, and support for additional cryptocurrencies. Trezor Suite will notify you when updates are available. The update process is straightforward and typically takes just a few minutes.
Yes, Trezor devices are compatible with many third-party wallets and services including MetaMask, MyEtherWallet, Electrum, and various DeFi platforms. When connecting to these services, you'll use the "Connect Hardware Wallet" option and follow the prompts to confirm transactions on your Trezor device. This allows you to interact with dApps while keeping your private keys secure on your Trezor.