Trezor Hardware® | Starting Up Your Device

Introduction

Welcome to your step-by-step guide to starting up your Trezor Hardware® device. This guide will help you safely set up and secure your cryptocurrency wallet.

The Trezor device offers advanced security for your digital assets while maintaining ease of use. Follow the instructions carefully to ensure proper setup.

Unboxing Your Device

        Always inspect the packaging and device for tampering. Ensure the seal is intact.
      

Inside the box, you will find:

Trezor hardware wallet
USB cable
Recovery seed cards
Quick start guide

Connecting Your Device

Use the provided USB cable to connect your Trezor device to your computer. Your computer should automatically detect the device.

Open the official Trezor website to download the required Trezor Bridge software if prompted.

Initializing Your Trezor

Once connected, follow these steps:

Launch the Trezor Suite software on your computer.
Click "Initialize Trezor" to start the setup process.
Choose "Create a new wallet" for first-time setup.
Write down the recovery seed provided by the device.

Never share your recovery seed. Store it in a safe, offline location.

Setting Up a PIN

For security, your Trezor device requires a PIN:

Follow the on-screen instructions to create a PIN.
Ensure it is unique and not easily guessable.
Confirm the PIN on the device to proceed.

Accessing the Wallet

Once your Trezor is initialized and secured with a PIN, you can access your wallet:

Open Trezor Suite on your computer or mobile device.
Enter your PIN to unlock the wallet.
Start managing your cryptocurrency securely.

Best Practices

To maintain security:

        Regularly update your Trezor firmware and software. Always verify transactions carefully.
      

Never share your recovery seed or PIN.
Keep your device in a safe location when not in use.
Be cautious of phishing attempts and unofficial websites.