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

Quick, secure setup guide — friendly layout for a presentation-style page.
Getting Started

This guide walks you through the essential setup for your Trezor hardware wallet. Follow the steps below to initialize your device, create a strong PIN, record your recovery phrase securely, and confirm everything is working — all presented in a clear, presentation-like layout.

Step-by-step: Start your device

These steps assume you have the official Trezor Start page open and your device connected. Execute each step deliberately and keep your recovery phrase private.

  1. Unbox & Connect

    Unpack the device, inspect the seal, and connect your Trezor to your computer with the supplied cable. Confirm the model shown on the device matches the packaging.

  2. Open Trezor Start

    Visit Trezor.io/start (or the official app) and follow on-screen prompts. Only use the official site and verify the certificate icon in your browser.

  3. Create a Device

    Choose “Create a new wallet.” The device will generate a new seed — write your recovery phrase on the included card and store it in a safe, offline place.

  4. Set PIN & Passphrase

    Set a secure PIN using the device's screen; optionally enable a passphrase for an additional hidden wallet layer. Never share your PIN or seed.

  5. Confirm & Test

    Confirm the seed by following the device prompts, then send a small test transaction to ensure everything works end-to-end before transferring larger amounts.

Security checklist

Always verify firmware authenticity, use official cables, and never enter your recovery phrase into a computer or online form. Keep backups of recovery words in physically separate secure locations.

Conclusion

Starting up your Trezor is a straightforward process when done methodically: connect, initialize, set a PIN, securely store your recovery phrase, and validate with a small transaction. These precautions preserve the cryptographic security Trezor provides while keeping your funds under your control.

FAQs

Q: What if I lose my recovery phrase?
A: Recovery phrase loss means you cannot recover funds. Store phrases in multiple secure physical locations; consider using a safety deposit or fireproof storage. Q: Can I create multiple wallets on one Trezor?
A: Yes — use passphrases or create multiple accounts/wallets through the Trezor interface. Q: Is it safe to use a computer I don't trust?
A: Trezor signs transactions on the device, but compromised computers could trick you. Prefer a clean machine and verify addresses on the device screen.