Quick briefing: This presentation walks you through powering up, verifying, and securing your Trezor device using Trezor Suite and official guides. Follow official links below for downloads and device-specific steps.
Hardware wallets like Trezor keep your private keys offline, reducing exposure to malware and remote compromise. They separate signing (the device) from internet-connected software (your computer or phone), allowing you to manage crypto without directly exposing keys to the web.
Open the package and check for tamper seals. If anything looks altered or suspicious, stop and contact official support. Only use the device that came in the sealed box.
Open https://trezor.io/start in your browser to begin. This ensures you download official software and follow verified instructions.
Plug the device into your computer. Trezor Suite (desktop or web) will guide you through installing firmware and initializing the wallet. Follow the on-screen instructions carefully to install official firmware and create a new wallet.
During setup, the Suite will ask you to confirm device authenticity. Confirm the prompts on the device screen. This prevents man-in-the-middle installations of compromised firmware.
Choose a PIN you can remember but that is hard to guess. The device will generate a recovery seed (usually 12/18/24 words depending on model/options). Write the seed on paper provided (or other offline backup). Keep the seed somewhere secure and private.
Do not store your seed as a photo, in cloud storage, or on a computer connected to the internet. Consider using multiple physical backups in secure locations (safe deposit box, home safe).
Model One setup is streamlined via Trezor Suite. It requires firmware installation on first use and a standard button interface to confirm actions.
Model T offers a touchscreen and additional features; setup includes the same core steps with intuitive on-device touches for confirmations and PIN entry.
Safe devices may include extra customizations — follow the dedicated Safe guide for wallpapers, access settings, and initialization steps for multisig or advanced configurations.
Install firmware only when prompted by Trezor Suite and always via the official Suite or official site. Firmware updates can include critical security fixes.
When sending or receiving funds, verify addresses on the Trezor device screen. Do not rely solely on your computer's display — the device is the ultimate authority for address verification.
A passphrase adds an extra layer: it acts as a 25th seed word. Use with caution: if you forget the passphrase, funds can be irrecoverable. Consider this only if you understand the implications.
After setup, generate a receive address in Trezor Suite (or a compatible wallet) and transfer assets from exchanges or other wallets. Test with a small amount first — confirm receipt and address correctness.
Trezor works with many wallets — always confirm compatibility and follow both the wallet's and Trezor’s official instructions when connecting devices.
For warranty questions, suspected tampering, or unresolved setup errors, contact official Trezor support through the website. Avoid third-party help that requests your seed or private information.
trezor.io/start and download Trezor Suite from the official site.Use these official links to download software, read device-specific setup steps, and contact support if needed.