Starting Up Your Trézor® Hardware Wallet
Follow these steps to initialize your Trézor hardware wallet securely
Plug your Trézor device into your computer using the included USB cable. The device will power on automatically.
Download and install Trézor Bridge for secure communication between your device and browser:
Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux
Your Trézor will prompt you to set up a secure PIN. This protects your device from unauthorized access.
Choose a PIN that's difficult to guess and never share it with anyone. The PIN is required every time you connect your Trézor.
Your device will generate a 12-24 word recovery seed. Write these words down in the exact order on the provided recovery card.
This seed is the ONLY way to recover your funds if your Trézor is lost or damaged. Store it securely offline and never digitize it.
Your Trézor will check for and install the latest firmware updates. This ensures you have the newest security features.
Do not disconnect your device during this process.
Once setup is complete, you can access your wallet through Trézor Suite - the official interface for managing your cryptocurrencies.
Required software for connecting your Trézor to web browsers
Common questions about initializing your Trézor
Without your recovery seed, you cannot recover your funds if your Trézor is lost, stolen, or damaged. We strongly recommend storing multiple copies in secure locations.
Yes, you can change your PIN at any time through the device settings in Trézor Suite. Your existing PIN will be required to make changes.
Trézor Bridge works with Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Brave. We recommend using the latest version of your browser for optimal security.
Always install firmware updates when available. These often include important security improvements. Trézor Suite will notify you when updates are available.