Trezor.io/Start — Starting Up™ Your Device | Trezor®

trezor.io/start is the official onboarding and setup page for Trezor hardware wallets — including the Trezor Model One, Trezor Model T, and other supported devices. It serves as the trusted, secure first destination for initializing your device, installing required software, configuring security features, creating or restoring a wallet, and ensuring your crypto assets are protected from the very first moment.

The main purpose of this page is to guide you through the entire setup process step-by-step in a way that minimizes user error and protects against common threats like phishing, fake downloads, and incorrect firmware.

  1. Official and Secure Onboarding

trezor.io/start is explicitly designed to be the only official and secure starting point for setting up your Trezor device. The URL must be typed manually into your browser’s address bar to avoid phishing or spoofed setup pages that could compromise your recovery seed and private keys.

By guiding users only to verified downloads and setup instructions, this page reduces risk at the very beginning of using a hardware wallet — a moment when users are most vulnerable to scams.

  1. What You Need Before You Start

Before you begin the setup process, it’s recommended that you have:

Your Trezor hardware wallet

The included USB cable for your device

A computer with a modern browser

Pen and paper for writing down your recovery seed (never digitally)

A quiet space with uninterrupted time to complete the setup securely

This ensures that your recovery seed — the master key for your wallet — is safely recorded and stored.

  1. Step-by-Step Setup Instructions Visit trezor.io/start

The first step is to open your browser and navigate to trezor.io/start. Always verify that you see https://trezor.io/start with a secure padlock icon in the address bar to confirm you are on the legitimate site.

Download & Install Trezor Suite

On the setup page, you’re directed to download Trezor Suite — the official application used to configure your device, manage your crypto, and perform firmware updates. Trezor Suite is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, and there’s also an option to continue in browser if you prefer.

The Suite application is essential for managing coins, signing transactions, and enabling additional security features.

Connect Your Device

After installing the Suite, you’ll plug your Trezor into your computer using the USB cable. Trezor Suite will detect the device and guide you through the setup workflow.

If a firmware update is required, Suite will prompt you to install the latest official build — an important step to ensure maximum security and compatibility.

Create or Recover a Wallet

You will be given two options:

Create a new wallet — Generate a new recovery seed on the device

Restore an existing wallet — Enter an existing recovery seed to recover previously held assets

For a new wallet, the device displays your recovery seed (typically 12, 18, or 24 words) on-screen. You must write it down exactly and store it securely offline — never as a photo or digital file.

This seed is your sole backup: if lost, there’s no way to recover your funds without it.

Set a PIN and Optional Security Features

Once your wallet is created or restored:

Set a strong PIN on your device to protect against unauthorized access.

Optionally enable a passphrase for an extra security layer (creating hidden wallets).

These protections help ensure that even with physical access to your device, access is still gated securely.

  1. Post-Setup: Access and Manage Crypto

After setup:

Use Trezor Suite to send, receive, and manage assets securely.

Each transaction must be confirmed physically on the device display, ensuring that malware or remote attackers cannot sign transactions on your behalf.

Trezor Suite also displays portfolio balances, transaction history, and supported tokens, making daily management intuitive and secure.

  1. Security Best Practices Emphasized

trezor.io/start promotes several key security practices:

✔ Verify You’re on the Authentic Page

Always type the URL manually and check for HTTPS to avoid phishing sites.

✔ Never Store Seeds Digitally

Write down your recovery seed physically and never store it in a photo, cloud, or text file.

✔ Firmware Updates Only via Official Flow

Install updates through Trezor Suite — not through third-party software — so you always get authentic and verified firmware.

✔ Keep Software and Firmware Up-to-Date

Firmware updates often contain critical security improvements. Always install them when prompted within the official setup or Suite.

  1. Why Use Trezor.io/Start?

Setting up your device through trezor.io/start:

Ensures authentic software and firmware downloads

Prevents falling prey to malicious setup pages

Guides you through a comprehensive, secure setup

Teaches strong security habits from the beginning

It’s the safest and recommended route for anyone new to Trezor or returning to recover an existing wallet.

  1. Final Tips

After finishing setup:

Consider sending a small test transaction before large transfers.

Explore advanced security settings like hidden wallets with passphrases if needed.

Keep backups secure in multiple safe locations.

By following the official process at trezor.io/start, you ensure your device starts off with strong foundational security — giving you peace of mind as you embark on self-custody of your digital assets.