1. Connect your Trezor
Use the included USB cable to connect the device to your computer. Visit Trezor.io/start for the latest onboarding app. Your device will show a welcome screen. 🔌💻
Get Started with Your Trezor
A simple, secure walkthrough to unbox, configure, and protect your hardware wallet. 🚀🔐
📦Welcome — what this guide covers
This page is a friendly, step-by-step introduction to Trezor setup for new users. You'll learn how to unbox, connect, initialize, create a recovery seed (safely), and make your first secure crypto transaction. Follow each step carefully — the safety tips are essential. 🧭
🔎Unboxing & inspection
- Check the packaging seal — only use the device if the tamper-evident tape is intact. 🔐
- Inside you should find the device, a USB cable, recovery cards, and quick-start guides. Keep the recovery cards — you'll need them offline. ✍️
- Do not accept a pre-initialized device from strangers. Always initialize yourself. ⚠️
⚙️Step-by-step setup
2. Install firmware
If prompted, install or update the firmware through the official site. Firmware updates patch security improvements — always use the official Trezor site. 🔁
3. Create a new wallet
Choose “Create new” when asked. Set an optional PIN on the device (not on the computer). This PIN protects the device UI and prevents immediate access if stolen. 🔒
4. Write down your recovery seed
Your device will generate a 12, 18, or 24-word recovery seed. Write it down on the recovery card — do not store it digitally. This is the single most critical backup for your funds. 📝🚫📱
🛡️Safety tips — short & essential
- Never share your recovery seed with anyone. Trezor staff will never ask for it. 🙅♂️
- Store the recovery seed in a safe, fireproof place and consider multiple geographically separated copies. 🌍
- Use a passphrase only if you understand how it works — losing it means losing access forever. 🎯
- For high-value holdings, consider using a multisig setup or splitting funds across multiple devices. ➗
💸Your first transaction
To receive funds: open your wallet app, pick an account, and copy the receive address shown on the device screen (verify on-device). To send funds: create the transaction in the web app, then confirm amounts and address on your Trezor before approving. Always verify the address on the hardware screen — never trust copy/paste alone. ✅
Open Trezor Start❓Quick FAQs
- Q: Can I initialize the device offline? A: You can complete many steps without internet, but firmware updates and web wallet features require a browser connection. 🌐
- Q: What if I lose my device? A: Use your recovery seed on a new Trezor to restore your wallet. The seed is the true key — protect it. 🔑
- Q: Is Trezor open-source? A: Core software components are open-source — check Trezor's official repos for details. 📚
✅Final checklist before you go live
- ✅ Device sealed & authentic
- ✅ Firmware up to date
- ✅ PIN set and tested
- ✅ Recovery seed written, backed up, and stored securely
- ✅ First small test transaction completed
You're ready! Treat your Trezor as the most important security tool for your crypto — with care and respect it will keep your keys safe for years. 🙌