Getting Started with Your Trezor Hardware Wallet

Secure your cryptocurrency assets with the world's most trusted hardware wallet. Follow this guide to set up your Trezor device properly.

What is Trezor?

Trezor is a hardware wallet designed to provide the highest level of security for your cryptocurrencies. Unlike software wallets, Trezor stores your private keys offline, protecting them from online threats like hackers and malware.

Cold Storage Security

Your private keys never leave the device, ensuring they are never exposed to potentially compromised computers.

Wide Cryptocurrency Support

Store Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, and over 1,000 other cryptocurrencies securely in one place.

User-Friendly Interface

Easy setup process and intuitive interface make managing your crypto assets simple for beginners and experts alike.

Setting Up Your Trezor

Follow these steps to properly set up your Trezor hardware wallet and ensure your cryptocurrencies are secure.

1

Unbox and Connect

Carefully unbox your Trezor device and connect it to your computer using the provided USB cable. Ensure you're using the official Trezor website for all downloads and interactions.

2

Install Trezor Bridge

Download and install Trezor Bridge, the communication tool that allows your browser to securely interact with your Trezor device. This is required for the setup process.

3

Initialize Your Device

Follow the on-screen instructions to initialize your Trezor. You'll be prompted to install the latest firmware, which is essential for security and functionality.

4

Create Your Recovery Seed

Your device will generate a unique recovery seed - a list of 12, 18, or 24 words. Write these down in the exact order and store them in a secure location. This seed is your backup if your device is lost or damaged.

5

Set Up PIN Protection

Create a PIN code to protect your device from unauthorized access. The PIN is entered using the randomized number matrix on your Trezor screen to prevent keyloggers from capturing it.

Security Features

Trezor incorporates multiple layers of security to protect your digital assets from various threats.

Offline Key Storage

Private keys are generated and stored securely within the device, never exposed to your computer or the internet.

PIN Protection

Device access is protected by a PIN code with randomized input to prevent keylogging attacks.

Recovery Seed

A human-readable backup phrase allows you to recover your wallet if the device is lost or damaged.

Firmware Verification

Each time you connect, the device verifies its firmware integrity to prevent tampering.

Important Security Considerations

To ensure the safety of your cryptocurrency assets, please follow these critical security practices.

Supported Cryptocurrencies

Trezor supports a wide range of cryptocurrencies and tokens, with continuous additions through firmware updates.

Bitcoin (BTC)

The original cryptocurrency with full support for SegWit and native SegWit (Bech32) addresses.

Ethereum (ETH)

Full support for Ethereum and all ERC-20 tokens with integration to popular dApps.

Litecoin (LTC)

Secure storage for Litecoin with support for SegWit addresses.

In addition to these major cryptocurrencies, Trezor supports hundreds of other coins and tokens including Dash, Zcash, Dogecoin, and all ERC-20 tokens.