Trezor Start® | Starting Up Your Device | Trezor®

Trezor Start® — Starting Up Your Device | Trezor®

Setting up your Trezor® hardware wallet for the first time is an essential step toward securing your digital assets with industry-leading protection. Trezor Start® is the official onboarding flow designed to guide new users through the setup process safely, simply, and confidently. Whether you’re a first-time crypto user or a seasoned investor, Trezor Start® ensures that your device is configured correctly so your private keys remain protected.

This guide explains what Trezor Start® is, why it matters, and how to use it to set up your Trezor device from the moment you unbox it.

What Is Trezor Start®?

Trezor Start® is the official device-initialization process created by Trezor®, the pioneer in hardware wallet security. It provides a transparent, step-by-step experience for:

  • Creating a secure recovery seed
  • Installing or updating firmware
  • Setting up PIN protection
  • Connecting your device to Trezor Suite
  • Ensuring your wallet is authentic and safe to use

The process is designed to keep your device offline while still allowing you to interact with Trezor Suite, the companion software for managing your crypto portfolio.

Before You Begin: What You Need

To start using Trezor Start®, make sure you have:

  • A genuine Trezor® device (Model One, Model T, or Safe 3)
  • A computer with an internet connection
  • A USB cable compatible with your device
  • A secure environment with no cameras or recording devices nearby
  • A pen and your recovery seed card

Never take photos, screenshots, or digital copies of your seed phrase. Always write it down on paper and store it securely.

How to Start Up Your Trezor® Device

1. Unbox Your Device and Inspect It

Your Trezor should arrive in a sealed package with intact holograms and no signs of tampering. If anything looks suspicious, contact Trezor Support before connecting the wallet.

2. Visit the Official Trezor Start® Page

Go to:

trezor.io/start

This ensures you’re on the official Trezor website and not a phishing page. The Start page will automatically detect your model and guide you to the correct setup instructions.

3. Connect Your Device

Use the supplied USB cable to connect your Trezor to your computer. Once connected, Trezor Suite will prompt you to install or update firmware if needed.

Firmware installation happens directly on-device for security, and you must confirm all actions on the Trezor screen.

4. Create Your Recovery Seed

After firmware installation, Trezor Start® guides you through generating your recovery seed. This is the most critical step in the setup process.

Your seed phrase:

  • Is shown only on your Trezor screen
  • Must be written down by hand
  • Must never be shared with anyone, including support staff
  • Is the only backup to restore your wallet if the device is lost or damaged

Trezor never stores, transmits, or has access to your seed. You are the sole custodian.

5. Set Your PIN

Trezor Start® will ask you to create a PIN for physical access to your device. This protects your wallet from unauthorized use even if someone gets hold of the device.

Choose a PIN that is hard to guess but easy for you to remember.

6. Access Trezor Suite

Once your device is secured, Trezor Suite opens your dashboard where you can:

  • View balances
  • Send/receive cryptocurrencies
  • Manage accounts
  • Enable advanced security features
  • Buy, sell, or exchange assets

Suite is available on desktop and web, with privacy-enhancing features such as Tor integration.

Final Thoughts

Trezor Start® makes beginning your crypto-security journey straightforward, safe, and reliable. With clear instructions and built-in protections, the onboarding process ensures that your Trezor device is configured correctly and your private keys remain fully under your control. Completing Trezor Start® is the foundation for long-term, secure self-custody of your digital assets.