Welcome to the official Trezor start page. Follow this step-by-step guide to securely set up your new hardware wallet and start protecting your cryptocurrency assets.
Unbox & Connect
Install Bridge
Create Wallet
Backup
Ready
Follow these steps carefully to initialize your Trezor device. The entire process takes about 10 minutes.
The setup process is similar for all Trezor devices, with slight variations based on your specific model.
The original Bitcoin hardware wallet with straightforward two-button operation. Perfect for beginners and Bitcoin purists.
Setup Features: Two-button navigation, 12-word recovery seed, basic cryptocurrency support.
Advanced touchscreen hardware wallet with full-color display. Supports 1000+ cryptocurrencies with enhanced security.
Setup Features: Touchscreen interface, 12-24 word recovery seed, SD card protection, extensive altcoin support.
The latest generation with secure element chip and improved tamper resistance. Maximum security for serious investors.
Setup Features: Secure element chip, 12-word recovery seed, advanced tamper protection, Bitcoin-focused security.
Protect your investment by following these crucial security guidelines during and after setup.
Write your recovery seed on the provided card and store multiple copies in secure, separate locations.
Always confirm receiving addresses on your Trezor device screen before sending funds.
Keep your Trezor firmware updated to benefit from the latest security enhancements.
Only use official Trezor websites and never enter your seed anywhere except your device.
If your Trezor device doesn't power on when connected via USB, try these troubleshooting steps:
If none of these steps work, contact Trezor support for further assistance.
Yes, you can use the same recovery seed to restore your wallet on multiple Trezor devices. This can be useful if you want to have a backup device or share access to funds (though this has security implications).
To do this, during the initialization of your second Trezor device, select "Recover wallet" instead of "Create new wallet" and enter your existing recovery seed. Both devices will then have access to the same wallet and funds.
Security Note: While convenient, this approach means that if one device is compromised, all devices with that seed are compromised. For maximum security, consider using separate seeds for different devices.
If you've lost your recovery seed but still have access to your Trezor device and know the PIN, you can still access your funds. However, you should immediately create a new backup by following these steps:
Critical Warning: If you lose both your Trezor device AND your recovery seed, your funds will be permanently inaccessible. There is no way to recover cryptocurrency without the recovery seed. This is a fundamental security feature, not a limitation.
You should update your Trezor firmware whenever a new version is available. Firmware updates typically include:
Trezor Suite will automatically notify you when a firmware update is available. The update process is straightforward and maintains your existing wallet and funds. Always ensure your recovery seed is properly backed up before performing any firmware update.
Yes, Trezor devices can be used with mobile devices, though the setup process differs from computer setup:
For the initial setup, we recommend using a computer as described in this guide, as it provides the most straightforward and reliable experience. After setup, you can then connect to mobile devices for convenient access on the go.
Begin the initialization process now to start protecting your cryptocurrency investments with industry-leading security.