Step 1 — Verify box & device
Always verify tamper-evident packaging. Use only official links like Trezor.io/Start when instructed by the device screen.
Quick, secure setup steps for your Trezor® hardware
This Trezor.io/Start guide walks you through the safe and verified steps to unbox, connect, initialize and protect your Trezor® device. Follow best practices to avoid phishing and keep your recovery seed secure. Use the forms on the right to get a customized checklist or sign up for updates.
Step 2 — Connect & update
Connect via USB, confirm firmware on-device matches official prompts, and only install updates from Trezor.io.
Step 3 — Backup seed
Write your recovery seed offline on the provided card. Never store it digitally or share it with anyone.
Pro tip: Bookmark Trezor.io/Start in your browser and double-check the HTTPS lock when visiting any wallet instructions.
Trezor.io/Start is the official onboarding route for Trezor® hardware wallets and is designed to give both beginners and experienced users a fast, secure path to initializing a hardware wallet. When you follow the instructions served by that page, you are guided through verifying your device authenticity, installing any required firmware updates, and creating a secure PIN and recovery phrase.
The recovery phrase (your seed) is the single most important element of owning a hardware wallet. Trezor emphasizes creating the seed in a controlled environment, ideally offline, on the recovery card included with your device. Avoid entering your seed into any website or mobile app. Keep multiple physical backups in separate secure locations.
After setup, you can use Trezor Suite or compatible wallet interfaces to manage accounts, sign transactions offline, and check firmware changes. Always confirm the address shown on your Trezor device screen when approving outgoing transfers — the device display is the ultimate source of truth and helps prevent clipboard or remote attacks.
If you suspect tampering, contact official support via Trezor's site and never disclose your PIN or recovery phrase. For extra protection enable passphrase support only after understanding the trade-offs: it provides an additional layer of account isolation but must be backed up carefully.
This guide encourages a simple, repeatable routine: verify package integrity, connect to Trezor.io/Start, update firmware if prompted, generate and store your seed offline, and test a small transaction to confirm the wallet flow. Using these steps lets you keep custody of your private keys while maintaining easy, auditable transaction signing.