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

Both models integrate with Trezor Suite, the official interface for managing digital assets after initialization.

Installing Trezor Suite for Complete Control 💻

After firmware verification, the setup process directs you to use Trezor Suite. While browser access is available, the desktop application is recommended for enhanced privacy and stability.

Trezor Suite functions as your secure dashboard. Through it, you can:

Monitor cryptocurrency balances in real time Send and receive supported assets Create multiple accounts Adjust privacy and security settings Verify transactions before final confirmation

Every outgoing transaction must be confirmed physically on the device screen. This physical verification layer prevents unauthorized transfers, even if your computer is compromised.

Creating a New Wallet Environment 🛠️

Once firmware is installed, you will create a new wallet. This process generates a recovery seed entirely within the secure hardware environment. The seed is never exposed online.

The recovery seed typically consists of 12 or 24 randomly generated words. These words are displayed only on your device screen and must be written down carefully in the exact order shown.

Critical security principles during this step:

Never photograph your recovery phrase Never store it in cloud storage Never type it into a website Never share it with anyone

Your recovery seed represents full ownership of your digital assets. If the device is ever lost, damaged, or reset, this phrase restores complete access.

Take your time. Precision at this stage defines long-term security.

Seed Confirmation and Integrity Check ✍️

After writing down the recovery words, the device will request confirmation. You may be asked to select specific words in order, directly on the hardware screen.

This step ensures the phrase has been recorded correctly and eliminates common transcription errors. Because confirmation occurs on the device itself, malware cannot intercept or alter the process.

Once confirmed, your wallet becomes cryptographically active and fully operational.

PIN Protection and Physical Security 🔢

To secure physical access, you will create a PIN code. Trezor uses a randomized entry layout, meaning the number positions change each time you enter the PIN. This prevents screen-recording malware or keyloggers from identifying the correct sequence.

Choose a PIN that is:

Memorable for you Not reused elsewhere Difficult to guess

Repeated incorrect attempts trigger increasing delays, adding another layer of defense against brute-force attacks.

Even if someone physically steals your device, they cannot access funds without both the PIN and, if enabled, a passphrase.

Advanced Protection Features 🛡️

Trezor hardware wallets provide optional security enhancements for users who require additional control.

Passphrase Extension

A custom passphrase can be added to create hidden wallets. Without this passphrase, the wallet remains inaccessible—even with the recovery seed. This adds a powerful extra security dimension.

Shamir Backup Available on compatible models, Shamir Backup divides your recovery phrase into multiple shares. These shares can be stored separately, reducing the risk of single-location compromise.

Address Verification

Before confirming any transaction, always verify the receiving address on the device display itself. This ensures malware cannot silently redirect funds.

Firmware Updates Firmware updates strengthen compatibility and security. Each update must be cryptographically verified before installation, maintaining system integrity.

Supported Digital Assets 🌍

Through Trezor Suite, users can securely manage major cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin and Ethereum, along with a broad selection of tokens and supported networks.

Private keys never leave the device. Transactions are signed internally and only broadcast to the network after physical confirmation. This separation between key storage and internet connectivity is what defines hardware wallet security.

The architecture ensures that even in a compromised computer environment, your private keys remain isolated.

Security Mindset for Long-Term Ownership 🔐

A hardware wallet offers powerful protection, but responsibility ultimately rests with the owner.

Store your recovery seed in a secure physical location, ideally protected from fire and water damage. Keep firmware updated to maintain optimal security. Access setup and management tools only through official Trezor domains. Never respond to messages requesting your recovery phrase.

Digital asset security depends on disciplined habits. Hardware wallets dramatically reduce risk, but vigilance remains essential.

If You Need to Restore or Reset 🔄

If your device is ever reset or replaced, simply choose the recovery option during initialization and enter your recovery phrase directly on the device. Your accounts and balances will reappear once blockchain synchronization completes.

Funds are never stored on the device itself—they exist on the blockchain. The hardware wallet stores only the keys required to access them.

As long as your recovery phrase is secure, your digital assets remain safe.

A Foundation for True Financial Independence 🌟

Trezor.io/Start represents the beginning of self-custody done correctly. It ensures firmware authenticity, secure key generation, and device integrity before you transact even a single coin.