A clear, secure, and friendly setup experience for new and returning users. Follow the official steps to create, restore, or recover your hardware wallet safely.
Welcome to the official Trezor Start page. Whether you have just unboxed your device or you're restoring an existing wallet, this guide walks you through connection, initialization, firmware verification, recovery backup, and best security practices so your private keys remain safe.
Verify the packaging and tamper-evident stickers. If packaging looks altered, stop and contact official support. Only use the supplied USB cable and accessories.
Open a modern browser and confirm the domain is correct. The official start page will guide you through bridge/driver installation if required and will verify device connectivity.
Create a new wallet to generate a new recovery seed, or restore using an existing seed phrase. Never enter or transmit your recovery words online.
Write the recovery words exactly as shown on the device. Store copies offline and consider using waterproof/fireproof storage. Avoid digital photos or cloud storage of your seed.
A PIN protects the device if stolen. Use a unique PIN. Advanced users may enable a passphrase (a 25th word) for plausible deniability — only enable if you understand the risks and backup methods.
Before installing firmware, verify signatures and use the official update flow. Firmware verification helps prevent supply-chain or man-in-the-middle attacks.
Hardware wallets like Trezor generate private keys inside a secure element isolated from your computer and the internet. Proper initialization, secure seed storage, and firmware checks ensure keys remain private and resistant to remote compromise. Following the official steps reduces the risk of phishing, tampered firmware, and accidental loss.