Trezor.io/start

Your Gateway to Secure Hardware Wallet Setup

Take Control of Your Digital Assets

Getting started with a hardware wallet should be simple, clear, and secure. Trezor.io/start is designed to guide Trezor users through the initial setup of their hardware wallet and introduce the essential security practices needed to protect digital assets.

A Trezor device keeps important wallet operations protected through dedicated hardware. Instead of relying entirely on an online environment, users can review and approve sensitive actions directly on their physical device.


01 — Prepare Your Device

Before beginning, place your Trezor device and its USB cable nearby. Use a trusted computer and make sure your operating system and browser are up to date.

Open your browser and independently navigate to the official Trezor website rather than following unexpected links received through email, messaging applications, or social media.

Security Tip: Carefully inspect the website address before entering information or downloading software.


02 — Follow the Official Setup

Connect your Trezor device and follow the instructions provided by the official Trezor software.

The setup process can guide you through preparing the device and configuring your wallet. Depending on your situation, you may be creating a new wallet or restoring an existing one.

Take your time during each stage. Never rush through a security-related screen simply to finish the setup faster.


03 — Protect Your Recovery Seed

During the creation of a new wallet, your Trezor device may provide recovery information.

This information is critically important because it can be used to recover access to a wallet. Write the recovery words down using a secure offline method recommended for your device.

Never:

Your recovery information should remain private and protected.


04 — Verify Before You Approve

One of the major advantages of using a hardware wallet is the ability to verify important information on the device itself.

When approving a transaction, carefully examine the information displayed on your Trezor device. Compare the recipient details and transaction information before confirming.

If something looks unfamiliar, stop and investigate before approving the action.

Think first. Verify second. Approve last.


05 — Recognize Phishing Attempts

Cryptocurrency users are frequent targets of phishing attacks. Fake websites can imitate legitimate wallet services and may attempt to collect passwords, recovery phrases, or other confidential information.

Be suspicious of messages claiming that your wallet is compromised and asking you to "verify" your recovery phrase. Genuine security procedures should not require you to disclose your complete recovery seed to an unknown person or website.

Always access Trezor services through the official domain and verify URLs carefully.


06 — Build Better Security Habits

Setting up your hardware wallet is only the beginning. Good security comes from consistent habits.

Keep your device physically protected, maintain your recovery information securely, install software only from trusted sources, and carefully review unexpected requests.

Avoid approving transactions that you do not understand. If a website or application pressures you to act immediately, pause before continuing.


Start With Confidence

Trezor.io/start provides a straightforward starting point for users preparing their Trezor hardware wallet. From initial device preparation to recovery-seed protection and transaction verification, each stage is an opportunity to strengthen your security.

Your hardware wallet is a tool for protecting your digital assets, but your security practices matter just as much. Use official resources, keep confidential information private, verify important actions on your device, and remain alert to phishing attempts.

Secure setup. Private recovery information. Verified transactions.

Begin your Trezor journey carefully and confidently.