Welcome to Trezor Setup

Your complete guide to securely setting up your Trezor hardware wallet and protecting your cryptocurrency assets.

What is Trezor?

Trezor is the original and most trusted hardware wallet, providing secure cold storage for your cryptocurrencies. By keeping your private keys offline, Trezor ensures that your digital assets remain safe from online threats.

Important: Trezor hardware wallets are designed to protect your cryptocurrencies from hackers, malware, and physical theft. Your private keys never leave the device, ensuring maximum security.

Why Choose Trezor?

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Maximum Security

Military-grade encryption and offline storage protect your assets from online threats.

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Global Compatibility

Works with major cryptocurrencies and integrates with popular wallet interfaces.

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Proven Track Record

As the first hardware wallet, Trezor has years of security testing and user trust.

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Recovery Options

Secure recovery seed allows you to restore your wallet if the device is lost or damaged.

Getting Started with Your Trezor

Follow these steps to set up your Trezor hardware wallet and begin securing your cryptocurrency assets.

1

Unbox Your Device

Carefully unbox your Trezor device and check that all components are present. Your package should include the Trezor device, USB cable, recovery seed cards, and instruction manual.

2

Connect to Computer

Connect your Trezor device to your computer using the provided USB cable. Ensure you're using a secure computer free from malware.

3

Install Trezor Bridge

Download and install Trezor Bridge, the communication tool that allows your browser to securely interact with your Trezor device.

4

Initialize Device

Follow the on-screen instructions to initialize your device. You'll be prompted to install the latest firmware for optimal security.

5

Create Wallet

Choose to create a new wallet. Your device will generate a unique set of private keys that never leave the device.

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Backup Recovery Seed

Write down your recovery seed on the provided cards. This is the most critical security step - store it securely and never digitally.

Security Features

Trezor incorporates multiple layers of security to protect your cryptocurrency assets from various threats.

PIN Protection

Every time you connect your Trezor, you'll need to enter a PIN on the device display. This prevents unauthorized physical access.

Recovery Seed

A 12-24 word recovery seed allows you to restore your wallet on any Trezor device if yours is lost, stolen, or damaged.

Passphrase Protection

Optional passphrase protection adds an additional layer of security, creating a hidden wallet within your main wallet.

Supported Cryptocurrencies

Trezor supports a wide range of cryptocurrencies and tokens, with continuous additions through firmware updates.

Bitcoin

Full support for Bitcoin and Bitcoin-based assets

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Ethereum

Native support for ETH and all ERC-20 tokens

Altcoins

Support for Litecoin, Dash, Zcash, and many others

Third-Party Integrations

Trezor seamlessly integrates with popular wallet interfaces like Trezor Suite, Electrum, MyEtherWallet, and MetaMask, providing flexibility in how you manage your assets while maintaining security.

Best Practices for Security

Following these security practices will ensure your cryptocurrency remains protected.

Critical Security Reminder: Never share your recovery seed with anyone. Trezor will never ask for this information. Store it securely offline, preferably in multiple locations.

Physical Security

Keep your Trezor device in a safe location when not in use. While the device is PIN-protected, physical security adds an extra layer of protection.

Regular Updates

Always keep your Trezor firmware updated to benefit from the latest security enhancements and features.

Verification

Always verify receiving addresses on your Trezor device screen before sending transactions to prevent address manipulation by malware.