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

Secure your assets from the very first moment

Welcome. This presentation guides you through the first-time setup and best practices for a Trezor hardware wallet. It explains what to expect during initialization, how to protect your recovery seed, and how to integrate your device with wallet software.

Why choose a hardware wallet?

Cold security for private keys

A hardware wallet stores private keys offline, reducing exposure to malware and phishing attacks. Trezor isolates signing operations so that sensitive material never leaves the device.

• Air-gapped protection of private keys
• Open-source firmware and strong community review
• Recoverable via seed phrase

What you'll need

Prepare these items before you start

• Trezor device and original USB cable
• A desktop or laptop with a modern browser
• Secure, private space to write down the recovery seed
• Patience — set aside 15–20 minutes

Avoid connecting in public Wi-Fi environments and do not install untrusted browser extensions during setup.

Step 1 — Connect and open Trezor.io/Start®

Initial connection

Visit Trezor.io/Start® to begin. The website detects your device, verifies firmware authenticity, and guides you to install any required app or bridge.

Always confirm the real site URL and SSL certificate to avoid phishing: official paths and verified links are essential.

Step 2 — Firmware & authenticity

Verify and update

Trezor will prompt if firmware must be updated. Firmware updates improve security and features; follow on-screen prompts and verify the device’s screen messages match the host.

• Do not use unofficial firmware
• Check device display for any unexpected prompts

Step 3 — Create your recovery seed

Most important step

The recovery seed (24 words) is the ultimate backup for your funds. Write it down on the provided card, store copies in secure, separate physical locations, and never share it digitally.

• Write legibly and double-check word order
• Consider using tamper-proof metal backup for long-term storage
• Never photograph or save the seed on cloud services

Step 4 — Set a strong PIN and optional passphrase

Layered defenses

A PIN protects against local access, while a passphrase can act as an additional secret, creating a hidden wallet. Use unique, memorable PINs and keep the passphrase secret like your seed.

Step 5 — Use with wallet software

Accounts & transactions

After setup, connect Trezor to your preferred wallet (Trezor Suite or compatible third-party wallets). Always review and confirm the transaction details on the device screen before approving.

• Verify addresses on the device display
• Check amounts and recipient address carefully

Maintenance & best practices

Keep your device healthy

Periodically check for firmware updates, avoid untrusted apps, lock your device when not in use, and keep spare backups of your recovery seed in secure places.

Emergency plan: store one backup with a trusted friend or secure deposit box.

Wrap-up & resources

Next steps

You are now ready to use your Trezor device with confidence. Follow security-first habits, maintain offline backups, and only use verified websites and apps.

Additional resources: Trezor Help Center, official guides, and community forums for advanced setup.