Your First Steps with Trezor®
Welcome to the world of secure cryptocurrency management. Your Trezor® hardware wallet is the gold standard for protecting your digital assets from online threats. This guide will walk you through the seamless setup process using the official trezor.io/start portal.
Step 1: Unbox and Connect
Carefully unbox your Trezor® device and connect it to your computer using the provided USB cable. Ensure you are purchasing from an official source to avoid tampered devices.
Step 2: Navigate to trezor.io/start
This official starting page automatically detects your Trezor® model (Trezor One or Model T) and provides you with the correct, latest version of Trezor Suite for your setup.
Step 3: Install Trezor Suite
The heart of your Trezor® experience is the Trezor Suite application. Follow the prompts on trezor.io/start to begin the Trezor Suite download. This desktop application provides a secure environment for managing your crypto, far superior to web browsers.
Step 4: Install Trezor Bridge (if required)
Trezor Bridge is a background service that enables your Trezor Suite app to communicate with your Trezor® device. The setup guide will typically install this automatically. If you encounter connection issues, you may need to manually download it.
Step 5: Initialize Your Device
Follow the on-screen instructions in Trezor Suite to set up a new wallet. This involves:
- Creating a new, unique PIN.
- Writing down your 24-word recovery seed phrase. This is the most critical security step. Store it offline and never digitize it.
Step 6: The Trezor® Login Process
Every time you want to access your wallet, you will perform a Trezor login. This involves connecting your device, entering your PIN directly on the Trezor® screen, and opening the Trezor Suite app. There is no traditional "Trezor Bridge Login" page; the Bridge works silently in the background once installed.
Pro Tip: Bookmark the official Trezor Suite application on your computer. Always avoid phishing sites by double-checking URLs. The genuine Trezor Suite app is your safest gateway.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the difference between Trezor Suite and Trezor Bridge?
Trezor Suite is the main application you interact with—a desktop (and web) app for managing your crypto, making transactions, and checking balances. Trezor Bridge is a lightweight communication helper that runs in the background, allowing the Suite app to talk to your Trezor® device. You don't directly interact with Bridge.
Do I need to go to trezor.io/start every time I want to use my wallet?
No. trezor.io/start is primarily for the initial setup and installation of Trezor Suite. After setup, you will simply open the Trezor Suite app directly from your computer for all future access and Trezor login procedures.
I'm being asked for a "Trezor Bridge Login." Is this normal?
Be cautious. There is no standalone "Trezor Bridge Login" page. If you encounter a webpage demanding a login for the Bridge, it is likely a phishing attempt. The only login happens by connecting your device and entering your PIN within the official Trezor Suite environment.
Can I use the Trezor Suite app on my mobile phone?
Currently, the full Trezor Suite app is available for desktop (Windows, macOS, Linux). Trezor does offer a companion mobile app for certain functionalities, but the primary management experience is designed for the desktop Suite application for maximum security.
What should I do if my Trezor Suite app doesn't recognize my device?
First, try a different USB cable and port. If that fails, ensure Trezor Bridge is installed and running. You can reinstall it from the official Trezor website. Also, check if you have any browser extensions or firewalls blocking the connection.