Trézor.io/Start® | Starting Up Your Device – Trézor® Guide
Setting up your Trezor device properly is the first step toward securing your cryptocurrency. This guide explains how to use the official site Trezor.io/Start to safely initialize your hardware wallet and begin managing your digital assets with confidence.
🔹 What Is Trezor.io/Start®?
Trezor.io/Start® is the official setup portal created by SatoshiLabs to help new users securely initialize their Trezor hardware wallet. It offers a step-by-step guide for firmware installation, wallet creation, and safe recovery phrase backup.
Always ensure you’re visiting the official website—never trust third-party links or unofficial installers.
🧩 Step 1: Unbox and Inspect Your Trezor
Inside your Trezor package, you should find:
- The Trezor device (Model One, Model T, Safe 3, or Safe 5)
- USB cable
- Recovery seed cards
- User manual or quick-start guide
Check the holographic seal and device packaging. If it looks tampered with or opened, stop immediately and contact support at Trezor.io.
💻 Step 2: Go to Trezor.io/Start
On your computer, open a browser and go to:
🔗 https://trezor.io/start
You’ll be asked to choose whether to use the Trezor Suite desktop app or the web version.
We recommend using the desktop app for added security and full feature access.
🖥️ Step 3: Install Trezor Suite
Download and install Trezor Suite for your operating system (Windows, macOS, Linux).
Once installed, open the app and connect your Trezor device via USB.
If prompted, install or update the firmware on your device. This ensures your Trezor runs the most secure and up-to-date software.
🔐 Step 4: Create or Recover a Wallet
Once your device is recognized:
- Choose “Create new wallet” to generate a brand-new recovery seed.
- Or choose “Recover wallet” if you already have a recovery phrase from a previous Trezor.
IMPORTANT: Write down the 12/24-word recovery phrase on the provided backup card.
Do NOT take a photo or store it online. This phrase is the only way to recover your wallet if your device is lost or damaged.
🔢 Step 5: Set a PIN Code
Next, you’ll be asked to set a PIN code on your device.
This protects against unauthorized access if someone gains physical control of your Trezor.
Use a strong, unique PIN that you can remember but that others cannot guess.
✅ Step 6: Add Crypto Accounts
From the Trezor Suite dashboard, you can:
- Enable coins like BTC, ETH, ADA, LTC
- Install apps for specific blockchains
- Add accounts and start sending, receiving, or exchanging crypto
Every transaction must be confirmed manually on your Trezor, adding a critical layer of protection.
🧠 Final Tip: Stay Secure
- Use Trezor.io/Start® and official software only
- Keep your recovery phrase offline and hidden
- Enable passphrase protection for advanced users
- Keep firmware and Suite up to date