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

In an increasingly digital world, protecting your crypto assets is more important than ever. Trézór®, a pioneer in hardware wallet technology, offers a secure and user-friendly solution for managing your digital currencies. If you've just purchased a Trezor device, your journey to safe self-custody begins at the official site: Trezor.io/Start.

This guide walks you through the official setup process, helping you initialize, secure, and begin using your Trezor Model T or Trezor One safely and confidently.

🔐 Why Choose Trézór®?

Trézór® is a cold storage hardware wallet, which means your private keys are stored offline—away from hackers, phishing attacks, or malicious software. With Trézór®, you:

  • Own your keys
  • Control your funds
  • Verify every transaction on the physical device screen

Supported assets include Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, Cardano, ERC-20 tokens, and hundreds more.

🚀 Step 1: Visit the Official Setup Page – Trezor.io/Start®

Go to Trezor.io/Start to begin.

There, you'll:

  • Choose your device model (Trezor Model T or Trezor One)
  • Download the official Trezor Suite application
  • Access verified setup instructions and security tips
⚠️ Security Reminder: Only use Trezor.io. Avoid third-party or lookalike websites.

💻 Step 2: Download Trezor Suite

Trezor Suite is the desktop and web app used to interact with your device. It allows you to:

  • Set up your wallet
  • Create and manage crypto accounts
  • View your balance and send/receive transactions
  • Use features like labeling, staking, and password protection

Download Trezor Suite for Windows, macOS, or Linux directly from the Trezor.io/Start page.

🔌 Step 3: Connect and Initialize Your Device

  1. Plug in your Trezor via USB.
  2. Open Trezor Suite and follow the on-screen prompts.
  3. Choose to create a new wallet or recover an existing one.

During this step, you will:

  • Set a new PIN for your device
  • Generate and write down your 12-, 18-, or 24-word recovery phrase
  • Verify the device’s firmware and authenticity
📒 Important: Never share your recovery phrase. Store it offline in a safe place.

🔄 Step 4: Firmware Installation (if prompted)

If your Trezor is brand new, you may be prompted to install or update firmware. This ensures your device is running the latest security patches.

Trezor Suite will guide you through this process safely.

💼 Step 5: Add Accounts and Start Using Crypto

Within Trezor Suite, you can:

  • Add accounts for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and many other coins
  • Send and receive transactions
  • Label addresses or accounts for easier management
  • Enable features like Tor, passphrase wallets, or Shamir Backup (Model T only)

🛡️ Advanced Security Features

  • Passphrase Protection: Adds a custom word (25th word) for enhanced wallet privacy.
  • Shamir Backup (Model T): Splits your recovery phrase into multiple shares—only some are required to restore your wallet.
  • Labeling: Syncs with Dropbox to label your transactions without compromising privacy.