Trezor.io/start is the official initialization portal for setting up your new Trezor® hardware wallet. This dedicated webpage guides you through the entire process of preparing your device for first use, from unboxing to creating your secure wallet environment.
Unlike generic setup instructions, trezor.io/start provides a personalized experience based on your specific Trezor® model (Trezor One or Trezor Model T) and automatically detects your operating system to offer appropriate software recommendations.
Connect your Trezor® device to your computer using the provided USB cable. Visit trezor.io/start in your browser, and the site will automatically detect your device model.
The portal will guide you to install either Trezor Suite (the recommended desktop application) or Trezor Bridge (a communication tool that enables your browser to connect with your device). For mobile users, it will provide instructions for the Trezor Suite app.
Follow the on-screen instructions to install the firmware, create a new wallet, and set up your PIN protection. This is a critical security step that ensures physical access to your device alone isn't enough to access your funds.
You'll be prompted to write down your recovery seed phrase—the most important security aspect of your wallet. This 12-24 word phrase allows you to recover your funds if your device is lost or damaged.
Once setup is complete, you can use Trezor login to access your wallet through Trezor Suite or the web interface. For future access, you'll typically use the Trezor Bridge login process which facilitates communication between your device and supported browsers.
Understanding the difference between these two components is essential for proper setup:
Trezor Suite is the comprehensive desktop application for managing your cryptocurrency. After completing the Trezor Suite download recommended on trezor.io/start, you'll have a powerful interface for transactions, portfolio tracking, and account management.
Trezor Bridge is a background service that enables communication between your Trezor® device and web browsers. It's necessary if you plan to access your wallet through web interfaces rather than the Trezor Suite application.
No, trezor.io/start is only for the initial setup process. For regular access, you'll use Trezor Suite or the web interface with your Trezor® device connected.
Trezor.io/start includes troubleshooting guidance for common issues. If problems persist, Trezor's support documentation and community forums offer extensive help resources.
While some aspects of setup require internet access (like firmware installation), you can generate your seed phrase offline for enhanced security once the initial firmware is installed.
Yes, trezor.io/start is the official onboarding portal and only provides links to verified software. Always ensure you're on the legitimate Trezor website before downloading anything.
Trezor Wallet refers to the web interface (wallet.trezor.io), while Trezor Suite is the advanced desktop application. Both allow you to manage your assets, but Suite offers more features and privacy options.
Trezor Suite includes the necessary communication components, so you don't need to install Bridge separately if you use Suite. Bridge is primarily for those who want to use the web interface without the full desktop application.