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

Introduction

Welcome! This guide walks you through powering on and initializing your Trezor device, installing firmware, creating a secure recovery seed, connecting to Trezor Suite, and following best practices for long-term safety. Use this as a presentation or handout — sections are organized with clear headings (H1–H5) so you can jump to specific steps quickly.

Before you begin

What you'll need

A genuine Trezor device (Model One or Model T).
A computer with a supported browser (WebUSB recommended) or Trezor Suite desktop app.
A secure, private surface to write your recovery seed (paper or metal backup) — never store it digitally.

Safety first

Only use official Trezor software and official support pages. If a site, email or message asks for your seed phrase, it's a scam. Treat your recovery seed as the keys to your funds — anyone with it can access your crypto.

Step 1 — Unboxing & physical check

Inspect packaging

Verify the tamper-evident seals and packaging. If packaging looks tampered with or your device shows unexpected behavior on first boot, contact official support immediately via the links below.

Connect your device

Plug your Trezor into your computer using the supplied cable. The device screen will show an initialization prompt. Never enter your seed into your computer — only on the device when strictly required during recovery.

Step 2 — Install / Verify firmware

Firmware matters

Firmware ensures device security. The device will prompt to install or update firmware on first connection. Only approve firmware that is verified by the device; do not accept firmware from unverified sources.

Using Trezor Suite

Trezor Suite (desktop or web) will guide firmware installation. Follow onscreen instructions and always confirm fingerprint/verification prompts on the device itself.

Step 3 — Create a new wallet

On-device PIN

Choose a PIN code directly on your Trezor device. This PIN protects device access if stolen. Use a PIN you can remember but that is not easily guessable.

Generate recovery seed

The device will generate a recovery seed (12, 18, or 24 words depending on model/options). Write this down carefully on the supplied card or a metal backup. Do not photograph or store digitally.

Recovery best practices

Duplicate the seed on two separate physical backups and store each in different secure locations.
Consider a metal backup for fire/water resistance.
Enable passphrase (optional advanced protection) only if you understand the trade-offs and can safely remember/manage it.

Step 4 — Connect to Trezor Suite & sync accounts

After initialization, use Trezor Suite or supported wallets (listed below) to add accounts and manage assets. Always verify addresses on the device when sending or receiving funds.

Verifying addresses

Confirm the receiving address shown in your software matches the address displayed on the Trezor screen — the device display is the final source of truth.

Maintenance & advanced options

Keep firmware updated

Regularly check for firmware updates. Updates patch vulnerabilities and add features. Only update from official Trezor channels.

Use passphrase with caution

A passphrase acts as an additional word to your seed — it provides plausible deniability but increases complexity and risk (loss of passphrase = loss of funds). Document your approach and store it securely if you enable it.

Troubleshooting & FAQs

Device not detected

Check USB cable/port, try another cable or port, ensure browser permissions for USB/WebUSB are enabled, or use the desktop Trezor Suite app.

Lost recovery seed

If you lose your recovery seed and still have device access, create a new wallet immediately and transfer funds. If you lose both the device and seed, funds are irrecoverable.

Official resources (10 links)

Quick-access official pages — click any item to open an official Trezor resource. All links are styled with the official link color for clarity.

Trezor Start — Getting started Trezor Guide — Setup instructions Trezor Suite (web & desktop) Trezor Support Firmware & Verification Security Education Official Shop & Accessories Trezor Blog — News & updates FAQ Contact & Legal

NOTE: Always verify the page you open begins with https://trezor.io or an official trezor.io subdomain (e.g., suite.trezor.io).

Final words & checklist

Quick checklist before you finish

Device firmware installed and verified.
PIN set on-device.
Recovery seed written to a physical medium and stored securely.
Passphrase considered and documented if used.
Addresses verified on-device before sending or receiving funds.
Official software used for all interactions (Suite or supported wallets).

Following these steps gives you a robust foundation for securely managing your crypto with a Trezor device. Keep security practices consistent and update firmware and software regularly.