Begin your device with confidence
This page — Trezor.io/Start® — is designed for users who want to Begin Your Crypto Device® with the official Trezor workflow. We combine clear step-by-step instructions with security best practices, troubleshooting help, and links to verified downloads so you can safely initialize and manage your hardware wallet.
When you begin your device, first inspect packaging seals and included materials. Trezor devices ship with tamper-evident packaging—if anything looks unusual, pause and verify via the official support channels on Trezor.io/Start®. Begin Your Crypto Device® only after authenticity checks succeed.
Navigate to the official start wizard by visiting Trezor.io/Start® from a secure browser. The wizard runs device integrity checks and leads you through firmware verification, ensuring you begin the device with the correct, untampered software.
Create a PIN on your device to protect it from physical access. Optionally enable a passphrase for an extra layer of defense. Remember: never store PINs or passphrases digitally in plain text. Begin Your Crypto Device® with strong credentials to reduce theft risk.
Your recovery seed is the only way to restore funds if the device is lost or damaged. Write it on the supplied recovery card, consider durable backups and geographically separated storage. Do not photograph or upload the seed—keep it offline when you begin your device.
Use the device’s verification workflow to confirm the seed. Optionally perform a test restore on a spare device or a secure offline environment. Verifying your backup ensures you can recover funds should you ever need to begin your device again elsewhere.
Add supported accounts (Bitcoin, Ethereum, tokens) using the recommended Trezor apps and integrations. Only use links provided on Trezor.io/Start® to reduce exposure to phishing. Begin Your Crypto Device® with trusted software for the best compatibility and security.
Periodically check for firmware updates at the official start page. Firmware updates can patch vulnerabilities and add features. Always apply updates through the official wizard so you begin your device with the latest protections.
Security checklist before you begin
- Confirm the official URL is Trezor.io/Start® and bookmark it.
- Never share your recovery seed or PIN; treat them as physical keys.
- Use offline, fireproof storage for backup seeds when you begin and after setup.
- Enable passphrase protection for high-value wallets where appropriate.
- Keep a record of firmware versions and avoid unofficial installers.
Troubleshooting & support
Device not detected?
Lost recovery seed?
Suspicious site or email?
Why begin your device using the official Trezor start flow?
Beginning your device via the official Trezor start flow enforces integrity checks, firmware validation and a consistent user experience. This reduces attacks from tampered software and mirrors. Use Trezor.io/Start® as your canonical resource when you begin your device and when you help others to start securely.