GET STARTED
WITH YOUR NEW TREZOR

Initialize your hardware wallet and establish military-grade security for your cryptocurrency holdings

THIS IS HOW IT WORKS

1

Download Trezor Suite App

Begin your secure cryptocurrency journey by downloading the official Trezor Suite application. Available for desktop platforms including Windows, macOS, and Linux, this comprehensive software serves as your command center for managing digital assets. The suite provides an intuitive interface designed for both beginners and advanced users, offering complete control over your cryptocurrency portfolio while maintaining the highest security standards.

2

Install the Application

Execute the installation process on your computer system following the on-screen prompts. The Trezor Suite installer performs security verification checks to ensure authenticity before deployment. This step establishes the foundation for your hardware wallet interaction, creating encrypted communication channels between your device and computer. Web users can alternatively access the browser-based version for quick setup without installation requirements.

3

Set Up Your Trezor Device

Connect your Trezor hardware wallet to your computer using the provided USB cable. The device initialization wizard will guide you through critical security procedures including firmware verification, PIN creation, and recovery seed generation. Your recovery seed consists of 12 or 24 randomly generated words that serve as the master key to your cryptocurrency holdings. Write these words on the provided recovery card and store them in a secure, offline location.

4

Secure Your Assets

Complete the setup by transferring your cryptocurrency assets from exchanges or other wallets to your newly initialized Trezor device. The hardware wallet generates receiving addresses that can be verified directly on the device screen, ensuring no malware can compromise your transactions. Your private keys remain isolated within the secure element chip, protected from online threats. Enable additional security features like passphrase protection for advanced defense against physical attacks.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Military-Grade Security

Hardware isolation ensures private keys never leave the secure chip environment, protecting against remote attacks and malware.

Open-Source Verification

Fully transparent codebase allows security experts worldwide to audit and verify the integrity of the Trezor ecosystem.

User-Controlled Updates

Firmware updates require physical confirmation on the device, preventing unauthorized modifications to your wallet software.

Recovery Seed Backup

Industry-standard BIP39 recovery mechanism ensures your funds remain accessible even if the device is lost or damaged.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

A hardware wallet is a physical device designed to store cryptocurrency private keys offline. Unlike software wallets that exist on internet-connected devices, hardware wallets provide cold storage security, making them immune to online hacking attempts, phishing attacks, and malware infections.
The recovery seed is a human-readable representation of your wallet's master private key. These 12-24 words can regenerate all your cryptocurrency addresses and access your funds on any compatible wallet. Never store this digitally or share it with anyone—it provides complete access to your holdings.
Yes, Trezor supports thousands of cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, and numerous ERC-20 tokens. The Trezor Suite interface manages multiple blockchains simultaneously, allowing diversified portfolio management through a single secure device.
After multiple incorrect PIN attempts, the device will implement increasing time delays as a security measure. If you completely forget your PIN, you can wipe the device and restore it using your recovery seed, establishing a new PIN in the process.
The device itself is not designed to withstand extreme conditions, which is why the recovery seed backup system exists. Store your recovery seed in a fireproof and waterproof safe, or use metal backup solutions designed for long-term preservation.