Trezor.io/Start — Starting Up™ Your Device | Trezor®

Setting up a Trezor hardware wallet is the first step toward taking greater control of your digital assets. Whether you are completely new to hardware wallets or upgrading to a newer Trezor device, the setup process is designed to be straightforward and secure. The best place to begin is the official Trezor.io/Start page, where you can access Trezor Suite and follow the guided setup process.

👉 Start here: Trezor.io/Start

Trezor's official setup page currently guides users through downloading Trezor Suite, installing the application when needed, connecting the device, completing setup, and preparing to move cryptocurrency to the wallet. {"fallbackMarkdown":"(Trezor)","reference":{"matched_text":"","prefix":null,"start_idx":1126,"end_idx":1143,"safe_urls":["https://trezor.io/start"],"refs":[],"alt":"(Trezor)","prompt_text":null,"type":"grouped_webpages","error":null,"style":null,"status":"done","items":[{"title":"Trezor Suite App (Official) | Congrats on your new Trezor | Trezor","url":"https://trezor.io/start","attribution":"Trezor","pub_date":null,"snippet":null,"thumbnail_url":"https://images.openai.com/static-rsc-1/O29IIHoZmCEl_xYPkOQKLqNSFCn2wdoPw4subM2jTiddvBK69pBGH6FA1COo0ZU24yPYCobxe42MgBtFUA2PeaSQ3hTCfZiOXMl3GTigkpZ_vvyCdNR0_VPRxdx76zUVqfyi_j3JM2_B21umJPIu6w","attribution_segments":null,"supporting_websites":[],"refs":[{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"view","ref_index":0}],"hue":null,"attributions":null}],"fallback_items":null},"showLoginRequiredCard":false}

What Is Trezor.io/Start?

Trezor.io/Start is the starting point for setting up a new Trezor hardware wallet. Instead of searching for third-party downloads or unofficial setup instructions, users can begin directly from Trezor's official website.

The setup process is designed to help you connect your Trezor device and configure it before you begin managing your cryptocurrency. Trezor currently recommends downloading the Trezor Suite app for the desktop experience, while also providing an option to continue in a browser. {"fallbackMarkdown":"(Trezor)","reference":{"matched_text":"","prefix":null,"start_idx":1679,"end_idx":1696,"safe_urls":["https://trezor.io/start"],"refs":[],"alt":"(Trezor)","prompt_text":null,"type":"grouped_webpages","error":null,"style":null,"status":"done","items":[{"title":"Trezor Suite App (Official) | Congrats on your new Trezor | Trezor","url":"https://trezor.io/start","attribution":"Trezor","pub_date":null,"snippet":null,"thumbnail_url":"https://images.openai.com/static-rsc-1/O29IIHoZmCEl_xYPkOQKLqNSFCn2wdoPw4subM2jTiddvBK69pBGH6FA1COo0ZU24yPYCobxe42MgBtFUA2PeaSQ3hTCfZiOXMl3GTigkpZ_vvyCdNR0_VPRxdx76zUVqfyi_j3JM2_B21umJPIu6w","attribution_segments":null,"supporting_websites":[],"refs":[{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"view","ref_index":0}],"hue":null,"attributions":null}],"fallback_items":null},"showLoginRequiredCard":false}

👉 For the official setup process, visit Trezor.io/Start before connecting your device.

Getting Started With Your Trezor Device

Before starting, have your Trezor device, its compatible cable, your computer or supported mobile device, and the wallet backup materials supplied with your device ready.

Choose a quiet environment where you can complete the setup without interruptions. Carefully follow the instructions displayed by Trezor Suite rather than relying on random online tutorials.

1. Visit Trezor.io/Start

Open your browser and enter the official Trezor setup address directly. Checking the spelling of the website is an important security habit because cryptocurrency users can encounter phishing websites designed to imitate legitimate services.

Avoid entering your recovery information into websites, applications, or forms that you have not verified.

2. Download Trezor Suite

After opening the official setup page, you can download the Trezor Suite app for desktop. Trezor states that the desktop application provides the best experience, while a web application is also available for users who prefer browser-based access. {"fallbackMarkdown":"(Trezor)","reference":{"matched_text":"","prefix":null,"start_idx":2888,"end_idx":2905,"safe_urls":["https://trezor.io/start"],"refs":[],"alt":"(Trezor)","prompt_text":null,"type":"grouped_webpages","error":null,"style":null,"status":"done","items":[{"title":"Trezor Suite App (Official) | Congrats on your new Trezor | Trezor","url":"https://trezor.io/start","attribution":"Trezor","pub_date":null,"snippet":null,"thumbnail_url":"https://images.openai.com/static-rsc-1/O29IIHoZmCEl_xYPkOQKLqNSFCn2wdoPw4subM2jTiddvBK69pBGH6FA1COo0ZU24yPYCobxe42MgBtFUA2PeaSQ3hTCfZiOXMl3GTigkpZ_vvyCdNR0_VPRxdx76zUVqfyi_j3JM2_B21umJPIu6w","attribution_segments":null,"supporting_websites":[],"refs":[{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"view","ref_index":0}],"hue":null,"attributions":null}],"fallback_items":null},"showLoginRequiredCard":false}

Install the application if you choose the desktop version and then open Trezor Suite.

👉 Trezor.io/Start provides the starting point for downloading the appropriate software.

3. Connect and Set Up Your Device

Connect your Trezor hardware wallet using the appropriate cable. Trezor Suite will guide you through the setup process for your device.

The exact screens and available options can vary depending on the Trezor model you own. For example, current Trezor device guides explain that setup can include installing firmware and completing device security or authenticity checks. {"fallbackMarkdown":"(Trezor)","reference":{"matched_text":"","prefix":null,"start_idx":3526,"end_idx":3558,"safe_urls":["https://trezor.io/guides/trezor-devices/trezor-safe-5/get-started-with-the-trezor-safe-5","https://trezor.io/guides/trezor-devices/trezor-safe-5/get-started-with-the-trezor-safe-5?utm_source=chatgpt.com","https://trezor.io/guides/trezor-devices/trezor-safe-7/get-started-with-the-trezor-safe-7","https://trezor.io/guides/trezor-devices/trezor-safe-7/get-started-with-the-trezor-safe-7?utm_source=chatgpt.com"],"refs":[],"alt":"(Trezor)","prompt_text":null,"type":"grouped_webpages","error":null,"style":null,"status":"done","items":[{"title":"Get started with the Trezor Safe 7 | Trezor Knowledge Base | Trezor","url":"https://trezor.io/guides/trezor-devices/trezor-safe-7/get-started-with-the-trezor-safe-7?utm_source=chatgpt.com","attribution":"Trezor","pub_date":null,"snippet":"","attribution_segments":null,"supporting_websites":[{"title":"Get started with the Trezor Safe 5 | Trezor Knowledge Base | Trezor","url":"https://trezor.io/guides/trezor-devices/trezor-safe-5/get-started-with-the-trezor-safe-5?utm_source=chatgpt.com","pub_date":null,"snippet":"","attribution":"Trezor"}],"refs":[{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"search","ref_index":7},{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"search","ref_index":9}],"hue":null,"attributions":null}],"fallback_items":null},"showLoginRequiredCard":false}

Follow the instructions displayed in Trezor Suite and on your Trezor device carefully.

Protect Your Wallet Backup

One of the most important parts of setting up a hardware wallet is creating and protecting your wallet backup. Your backup is critical for recovering access to your wallet if your hardware device is lost, damaged, or replaced.

Write down your recovery information exactly as instructed by your Trezor device. Keep it offline and in a secure location. Never share your recovery information with another person and never enter it into an unfamiliar website or application.

Remember: legitimate support personnel should never need you to disclose your wallet backup.

Create Your Security Setup

During the setup process, your Trezor device may guide you through security settings such as creating a PIN. Follow the instructions shown by your particular device and choose security credentials that are difficult for others to guess.

The official Trezor guides emphasize completing setup through Trezor Suite and following the security checks presented during onboarding. {"fallbackMarkdown":"(Trezor)","reference":{"matched_text":"","prefix":null,"start_idx":4653,"end_idx":4685,"safe_urls":["https://trezor.io/guides/trezor-devices/trezor-model-t/get-started-with-the-model-t","https://trezor.io/guides/trezor-devices/trezor-model-t/get-started-with-the-model-t?utm_source=chatgpt.com","https://trezor.io/guides/trezor-devices/trezor-safe-5/get-started-with-the-trezor-safe-5","https://trezor.io/guides/trezor-devices/trezor-safe-5/get-started-with-the-trezor-safe-5?utm_source=chatgpt.com"],"refs":[],"alt":"(Trezor)","prompt_text":null,"type":"grouped_webpages","error":null,"style":null,"status":"done","items":[{"title":"Get started with the Trezor Model T | Trezor Knowledge Base | Trezor","url":"https://trezor.io/guides/trezor-devices/trezor-model-t/get-started-with-the-model-t?utm_source=chatgpt.com","attribution":"Trezor","pub_date":null,"snippet":"","attribution_segments":null,"supporting_websites":[{"title":"Get started with the Trezor Safe 5 | Trezor Knowledge Base | Trezor","url":"https://trezor.io/guides/trezor-devices/trezor-safe-5/get-started-with-the-trezor-safe-5?utm_source=chatgpt.com","pub_date":null,"snippet":"","attribution":"Trezor"}],"refs":[{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"search","ref_index":4},{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"search","ref_index":9}],"hue":null,"attributions":null}],"fallback_items":null},"showLoginRequiredCard":false}

For additional protection, take time to understand your device's security options before transferring significant amounts of cryptocurrency.

Move Your Coins to Trezor

Once your device has been successfully configured, you can use Trezor Suite to manage supported cryptocurrency accounts and prepare to move assets to your hardware wallet.

Trezor's current start page specifically directs users to a guide for transferring assets from an exchange to their Trezor after setup is complete. {"fallbackMarkdown":"(Trezor)","reference":{"matched_text":"","prefix":null,"start_idx":5180,"end_idx":5197,"safe_urls":["https://trezor.io/start"],"refs":[],"alt":"(Trezor)","prompt_text":null,"type":"grouped_webpages","error":null,"style":null,"status":"done","items":[{"title":"Trezor Suite App (Official) | Congrats on your new Trezor | Trezor","url":"https://trezor.io/start","attribution":"Trezor","pub_date":null,"snippet":null,"thumbnail_url":"https://images.openai.com/static-rsc-1/O29IIHoZmCEl_xYPkOQKLqNSFCn2wdoPw4subM2jTiddvBK69pBGH6FA1COo0ZU24yPYCobxe42MgBtFUA2PeaSQ3hTCfZiOXMl3GTigkpZ_vvyCdNR0_VPRxdx76zUVqfyi_j3JM2_B21umJPIu6w","attribution_segments":null,"supporting_websites":[],"refs":[{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"view","ref_index":0}],"hue":null,"attributions":null}],"fallback_items":null},"showLoginRequiredCard":false}

If you are transferring cryptocurrency for the first time, double-check the receiving address and network before confirming a transaction. For valuable transfers, many users prefer making a small test transaction before moving a larger amount.

👉 Begin the official process at Trezor.io/Start and follow the instructions provided for your device.

Why Use the Official Trezor Setup Process?

Starting with the official Trezor website helps you avoid unnecessary risks associated with unofficial software, misleading instructions, and phishing websites. It also ensures that you are following the setup process intended for your particular Trezor model.

The official Trezor start page currently outlines a simple four-stage journey: download Trezor Suite, install it when necessary, set up the Trezor device, and then move your coins. {"fallbackMarkdown":"(Trezor)","reference":{"matched_text":"","prefix":null,"start_idx":6068,"end_idx":6085,"safe_urls":["https://trezor.io/start"],"refs":[],"alt":"(Trezor)","prompt_text":null,"type":"grouped_webpages","error":null,"style":null,"status":"done","items":[{"title":"Trezor Suite App (Official) | Congrats on your new Trezor | Trezor","url":"https://trezor.io/start","attribution":"Trezor","pub_date":null,"snippet":null,"thumbnail_url":"https://images.openai.com/static-rsc-1/O29IIHoZmCEl_xYPkOQKLqNSFCn2wdoPw4subM2jTiddvBK69pBGH6FA1COo0ZU24yPYCobxe42MgBtFUA2PeaSQ3hTCfZiOXMl3GTigkpZ_vvyCdNR0_VPRxdx76zUVqfyi_j3JM2_B21umJPIu6w","attribution_segments":null,"supporting_websites":[],"refs":[{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"view","ref_index":0}],"hue":null,"attributions":null}],"fallback_items":null},"showLoginRequiredCard":false}

Final Thoughts

Getting your Trezor device ready does not need to be complicated. By starting with Trezor.io/Start, installing Trezor Suite from the official source, carefully completing the device setup, and securely protecting your wallet backup, you can establish a strong foundation for managing your cryptocurrency.

Take your time during setup and verify every important step before proceeding. Most importantly, keep your recovery information private and secure.

When you're ready to begin, use the official Trezor.io/Start page and follow the guided instructions for your Trezor device.