trezor.io/Start

Why Start with Trezor?

Your Trezor hardware wallet is one of the safest ways to store cryptocurrency. But to unlock its full potential, you need to set it up correctly. The trezor.io/Start page is your official launchpad to begin — offering you step-by-step instructions, links to download the Trezor Suite app, and security tips to safeguard your assets from day one.

Step 1: Download and Install Trezor Suite

Begin by going to the official Suite download area. Choose the correct version for your operating system — Windows, macOS, or Linux. After downloading, install and open the Suite to initiate the onboarding process.

Suite acts as the interface through which you interact with your Trezor device. All critical operations — sending, receiving, setting up passphrases — happen through Suite, with confirmations happening on the device itself.

Step 2: Connect Your Trezor Device

• Attach your Trezor hardware wallet to your computer via USB (or Bluetooth if your model supports it).
• Allow the Suite app to detect the device and begin pairing.
• If prompted, update your firmware via Suite so that your device is secure and up to date.
• Once paired, create or restore your wallet using the 24‑word recovery seed that you safely generated or backed up.

Step 3: Secure Your Recovery Seed

Your 24-word recovery seed is the ultimate key to your wallet. It is essential to: write it down on the card provided (not digitally), store it in a safe place, and never share it with anyone.

If you opt to use a passphrase, treat it as an extra password layer that creates hidden wallets. Never store passphrase digitally or share it — only you should know it.

Step 4: Add Crypto Accounts & Assets

Within the Suite, select the cryptocurrencies you hold or intend to manage (e.g. Bitcoin, Ethereum, Cardano). Suite will establish accounts for each asset, connect to blockchains, and fetch balances and transaction history.

Now your dashboard will show your portfolio, live balances, and charts to monitor your holdings.

Step 5: Explore Features & Secure Usage

• Send/Receive: Use Suite to prepare transactions; always confirm on your Trezor device physically.
• Swap: Exchange supported cryptocurrencies within Suite without needing an external exchange.
• Staking: Stake supported tokens directly for rewards.
• Privacy tools: Use passphrase wallets, discreet mode, or connect via Tor if supported.
• Update regularly: Keep your Suite and device firmware up to date to benefit from security patches.

Security Tips & Best Practices

From setup to daily usage, here’s how to keep your Trezor environment safe:

• Download Suite only from official sources; avoid third‑party mirrors.
• Always verify firmware updates on the device screen before accepting them.
• Never enter your recovery seed into any software or share it digitally.
• Use a strong password for your computer and enable two‑factor authentication where applicable.
• Be cautious of phishing sites — always ensure you’re at “trezor.io” before interacting with wallet pages.