Welcome to the most trusted hardware wallet in the cryptocurrency world. Setting up your Trezor device is simple, secure, and takes just a few minutes. Protect your digital assets with military-grade security and complete peace of mind.
Getting started with your Trezor hardware wallet is straightforward and secure. Follow these carefully designed steps to ensure your cryptocurrency is protected with the highest level of security available in the industry.
Install the official Trezor Suite application on your computer or use the web version. This is your command center for managing your cryptocurrencies.
Plug your Trezor hardware wallet into your computer using the USB cable provided. The device will power on automatically and guide you through the initial setup.
Set up a secure PIN code to protect your device. This PIN will be required every time you want to access your wallet, providing an additional layer of security.
Your Trezor will generate a 12 or 24-word recovery seed. Write it down on the provided recovery card and store it safely. This is the master key to your funds.
Confirm your recovery seed by entering specific words as prompted. Once verified, your Trezor is ready to use and your crypto assets are fully protected.
Since 2014, Trezor has been the gold standard in cryptocurrency security. Our hardware wallets combine cutting-edge technology with user-friendly design to protect billions of dollars in digital assets for over two million users worldwide.
Trezor employs advanced cryptographic protocols and secure chip technology to ensure your private keys never leave the device. With industry-leading security standards, your assets remain protected against sophisticated attacks.
Your financial data stays completely private. Trezor operates offline during critical operations, ensuring no one can access your sensitive information. You maintain full control over your digital identity and transactions.
Transaction signing happens entirely on the device, isolated from your computer and the internet. This air-gapped approach eliminates the risk of keyloggers, malware, and remote attacks targeting your wallet.
Store and manage over 1,800 different cryptocurrencies and tokens with a single device. From Bitcoin and Ethereum to obscure altcoins, Trezor provides comprehensive support for your entire portfolio.
Everything you need to know to securely set up and use your Trezor wallet
A hardware wallet is a physical device designed specifically to store your cryptocurrency private keys in the most secure way possible. Unlike software wallets that store keys on your computer or phone, Trezor keeps your keys completely isolated from internet-connected devices, making it virtually immune to hacking attempts, viruses, and malware.
When you set up your Trezor for the first time, the device generates a unique recovery seed – a sequence of 12 or 24 random words. This seed is the mathematical foundation of all your cryptocurrency addresses and private keys. It's crucial to understand that anyone who has access to your recovery seed has complete access to your funds. This is why Trezor emphasizes the importance of writing down your seed on the provided recovery card and storing it in a secure, offline location.
The beauty of the Trezor system is that even if your device is lost, stolen, or damaged, you can restore all your cryptocurrency holdings on a new device using just your recovery seed. This makes your seed phrase more valuable than the device itself, and it should be treated with the same level of security you would give to large amounts of cash or precious jewelry.
Your 12 or 24-word recovery seed is the master key to all your cryptocurrency. Never type it into any website, app, or software. Never share it with anyone, including Trezor support staff. No legitimate service will ever ask for your complete recovery seed. Scammers commonly impersonate support teams to trick users into revealing their seeds. Always be skeptical of unsolicited help offers.
Only purchase Trezor devices directly from the official Trezor website or authorized resellers. Never buy a pre-owned device or one from an unverified seller on marketplaces like eBay or Amazon third-party sellers. Tampered devices could have compromised firmware designed to steal your cryptocurrency. When you receive your device, check all security seals and ensure the packaging hasn't been opened or tampered with.
Cybercriminals create fake websites that look identical to the official Trezor Suite interface to steal your credentials and cryptocurrency. Always verify you're on the genuine trezor.io domain before entering any information. Check for the secure HTTPS connection and the exact spelling of the URL. Consider bookmarking the official Trezor Suite page to avoid accidentally visiting a phishing site through search engines.
Trezor supports an advanced feature called passphrases, which acts as a 25th word to your recovery seed. Each unique passphrase creates an entirely separate wallet, allowing you to maintain multiple hidden wallets on the same device. This feature is useful for creating a decoy wallet with a small amount of cryptocurrency while keeping your main holdings in a passphrase-protected wallet. Remember that if you forget your passphrase, there is no way to recover that wallet.
Trezor regularly releases firmware updates that include security improvements, bug fixes, and new features. Always keep your device updated to the latest firmware version through the official Trezor Suite application. The update process is secure and doesn't require you to enter your recovery seed. Your funds remain safe during updates, but it's always good practice to ensure you have your recovery seed safely stored before performing any maintenance on your device.
While writing your recovery seed on the provided card is essential, consider creating multiple copies stored in different secure locations. Some users invest in metal backup solutions that protect against fire and water damage. Never store your recovery seed digitally in cloud services, email, or photos on your phone. The whole point of a hardware wallet is to keep your keys offline. A digital backup defeats this purpose and introduces significant security vulnerabilities.
Before transferring significant amounts of cryptocurrency to your Trezor, perform a recovery test to ensure you've correctly written down your seed words. You can wipe your device and recover it using your seed phrase to verify everything works as expected. This practice run gives you confidence that you can recover your funds if your device is ever lost or damaged. It's a small investment of time that can prevent catastrophic loss in the future.
If you encounter any issues during setup or use of your Trezor device, the official Trezor support resources are comprehensive and helpful. The Trezor Knowledge Base contains detailed articles covering every aspect of device usage, troubleshooting guides for common issues, and step-by-step tutorials for advanced features.
The Trezor community forum is an excellent place to ask questions and learn from experienced users. However, remember to never share sensitive information like your recovery seed, PIN, or specific wallet addresses in public forums. The official Trezor support team can be contacted through the support ticket system on their website, and they typically respond within 24-48 hours for most inquiries.
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All Trezor firmware and software code is publicly available for security audits. The community can verify there are no backdoors or vulnerabilities.
Despite advanced security features, Trezor Suite makes managing cryptocurrency accessible to beginners while offering powerful tools for experts.
Pay once for the device and enjoy lifetime access to all features. No subscriptions, no hidden costs, just straightforward ownership.
Independent security researchers continuously test Trezor devices, and the company maintains a bug bounty program for responsible disclosure.
Use Trezor Suite on Windows, macOS, Linux, or directly in your web browser. Mobile support via Trezor Suite Lite for Android.
Advanced users can split their recovery seed into multiple shares, requiring a threshold of shares to recover the wallet for enhanced security.
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