YOUR FIRST FEW MINUTES, MADE SIMPLE

Start with
confidence.

A straightforward guide to setting up your Trezor hardware wallet—so your keys stay yours from the very first step.

Security note  This is an independent guide, not an official Trezor page. Always verify the address is trezor.io before downloading software.
A compact hardware wallet and its USB cable, ready to set up
YOUR KEYS. YOUR CONTROL.
✳Private by design
Secure from day one
01Before you begin
✓ Your Trezor device
✓ A trusted computer
✓ A few quiet minutes
A SIMPLE, SECURE START

Set up your device.

Follow the steps on your device and in Trezor Suite. You are always in control—never share your recovery phrase with anyone.

01 Go to the official sourceStart at trezor.io

Type trezor.io/start into your browser yourself, or use the official Trezor Suite link below. Check the domain carefully before downloading anything.

Open Trezor Suite
02 Connect your TrezorUse the cable included with your device

Connect the device directly to your computer. Trezor Suite will guide you through installing or opening the software and checking your device firmware.

Only install firmware when prompted by Trezor Suite from the official site.

03 Create your walletConfirm every action on the device

Choose to create a new wallet on your Trezor device, then follow the on-device prompts. Your recovery backup is shown during this process—write it down offline and keep it somewhere private.

Your recovery phrase should never be entered into a website, app, chat, or support form.

04 Protect accessSet a PIN and finish in Suite

Choose a PIN when prompted and confirm sensitive actions on your hardware wallet's display. Once setup is complete, Trezor Suite will show your wallet overview.

Before receiving funds, double-check addresses on the device screen.

SECURITY, BUILT AROUND YOU

Slow down.
Verify every step.

Your hardware wallet is designed to keep secret keys offline. A little care during setup helps keep that protection intact.

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Never share your recovery phrase.
Not with support, friends, or any website.

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Verify addresses on-device.
Trust the wallet display for sensitive details.

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Use official downloads only.
Check the URL is exactly trezor.io.

NEED A HAND?

Get help from the right place.

For device-specific instructions and troubleshooting, visit Trezor's official support resources.

Visit official support