Follow this comprehensive guide to securely set up your Trezor hardware wallet and protect your cryptocurrency assets from online threats.
Carefully unbox your Trezor device and check that all components are present: the Trezor device itself, USB cable, recovery seed cards, and lanyard.
Ensure the holographic seal on your Trezor is intact. This confirms your device has not been tampered with during shipping.
Connect your Trezor device to your computer using the provided USB cable. Make sure you're using a trusted computer with up-to-date antivirus software.
Visit the official Trezor website to download and install Trezor Suite, the dedicated desktop application for managing your device.
Follow the on-screen instructions in Trezor Suite to initialize your device. You'll be prompted to install the latest firmware, which is essential for security.
Create a PIN to protect physical access to your device. This PIN will be required every time you connect your Trezor.
Your device will generate a unique 12, 18, or 24-word recovery seed. Write these words down in exact order on the provided recovery seed cards.
Store your recovery seed in a secure location, separate from your Trezor device. Never store it digitally or share it with anyone.
Your private keys never leave the device, protecting them from online threats and malware.
Your recovery seed allows you to restore access to your funds if your device is lost or damaged.
Supports over 1,000 cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and all major altcoins.
Physical access to your device is protected by a PIN that you set during initialization.
Private keys are generated and stored securely on the device, never exposed to your computer or the internet.
Each time you connect, Trezor Suite verifies the integrity of your device's firmware to prevent tampering.
A 12-24 word mnemonic phrase that allows you to recover your wallet on any compatible device.
Optional advanced feature that adds an extra layer of security with a custom passphrase.
All transactions must be physically confirmed on your Trezor device before execution.
Trezor's software is open source, allowing security experts worldwide to audit the code.
Windows 10 and later versions
macOS 10.11 and later versions
Most popular distributions
Android 6.0 and later with OTG support