You have made a great choice by starting at Trezor.io/Start®. Your new Trezor device is now ready to become the fortress for your digital assets. In this guide, you’ll discover how to begin securely, set up your device confidently, and use it day‑to‑day with peace of mind. We use fresh language to make things clear, simple, and engaging.
Trezor.io/Start® is the official starting point for activating and managing your Trezor hardware wallet. Through this portal, you'll generate cryptographic keys, initialize your device, and manage firmware updates. Since security is built‑in, following the official start path ensures you never take shortcuts that could compromise your digital safety.
Once you arrive at Trezor.io/Start®, you’ll be guided through the following sequence:
At its heart, the Trezor contains a specialized cryptographic core that never exposes your private keys to the outside world. Your keys are generated and stay inside the device. Only signed transactions leave. This architecture separates your secrets from your everyday computer, reducing risks of malware interception.
Your device includes a small screen, navigation buttons, secure chip, and a USB or USB‑C connector. The screen and buttons allow you to confirm or reject every action, so even if your computer is compromised, you remain in control of approvals and signatures.
The Trezor interface is intuitive and minimal. After setup via Trezor.io/Start®, you’ll see a clean dashboard that lists your accounts, balances, and transaction history. You can send, receive, and manage supported coins with confidence.
Always ensure your browser's address bar shows trezor.io with a valid certificate. This prevents phishing attacks. Bookmark Trezor.io/Start® to avoid typing errors.
Attach your device and choose “Create new wallet” if you’re new, or “Recover wallet” if you have an existing seed. Follow on‑screen instructions to generate your recovery phrase.
When prompted, you’ll receive 12, 18, or 24 recovery words. Write them in order on the included recovery card. Never store them digitally. These words are your ultimate fallback.
Choose a PIN that’s hard to guess but easy for you. Optionally, enable a passphrase to add an extra hidden layer of defense. This passphrase becomes part of your wallet identity.
After initialization, update to the most recent firmware via Trezor.io/Start®. The dashboard then unlocks full access to your wallet interface, accounts, and features.
To receive, click “Receive” in your dashboard, select the cryptocurrency, and copy or scan the address. Confirm the address on your device’s screen before sharing it.
Choose “Send,” fill in the recipient address and amount, then confirm details on your Trezor. If all matches, approve it — only then does the transaction broadcast.
Trezor supports a wide range of coins. You’ll see separate accounts with balances. Use the dropdown menu to switch between them or add new ones.
From time to time, new firmware or security upgrades are released. Always perform these via the official Trezor.io/Start® interface. Firmware updates are cryptographically signed to prevent tampering.
The 24 recovery words are like the master key. Never reveal them to anyone, not even support. Trezor never asks for them.
Always check that you are on Trezor.io/Start®, and the SSL certificate is valid. Copying and pasting from search results may mislead you to fake pages.
Store your recovery words in two separate secure and waterproof locations. Use steel or metal backup plates if possible for durability.
Sometimes, perform a “dry-run” transaction with a small amount. This builds confidence and ensures everything is working correctly before you trust higher amounts.
Use the official Trezor Bridge or Trezor Suite (if supported), and update to the latest versions. These tools communicate with your Trezor and improve the user experience.
A1: Trezor.io/Start® is the official onboarding portal for new Trezor hardware wallets. It guides you step by step through initialization, firmware updates, and connecting to the dashboard. By using the official site, you reduce the risk of phishing or using unofficial tools that could jeopardize your funds.
A2: Yes — as long as you have your recovery phrase (your 12/18/24 words), you can recover your wallet on a new Trezor device or compatible wallet. Use the “Recover wallet” option in Trezor.io/Start® and enter your words in order.
A3: Absolutely — firmware upgrades provided via Trezor.io/Start® are cryptographically signed and verified. This ensures that you only install genuine, unaltered firmware pushed by the Trezor developers.
A4: If you forget the PIN, you will need to reset the device and restore from your recovery phrase. That's why it's essential to keep your recovery seed safe and backed up.
A5: The usual flow is online via your browser. In advanced use cases, you may use an offline (air‑gapped) setup or self‑hosted version, but that is intended for advanced users. Always make sure that any local copy you use is the official one and verified.