Welcome to Trezor.io/Start
Welcome to the safest place to begin your crypto self-custody journey. If you have just purchased a Trezor Model One or Trezor Model T, the official entry point for setup is Trezor.io/start. This page is designed to walk you through every step of the onboarding process so you can confidently protect your digital assets using one of the world’s most trusted hardware wallets.
Whether you’re brand new to cryptocurrency or upgrading from another wallet, this guide will help you set up your Trezor smoothly, safely, and with full clarity.
What Is Trezor.io/Start?
Trezor.io/start is the official setup and onboarding gateway for Trezor hardware wallets. Everything you need to initialize your device and secure your crypto is found here, including:
The official Trezor Suite download
Device-specific setup instructions
Firmware installation guides
Recovery seed creation steps
Tutorials for sending and receiving crypto
Security best practices and educational tools
If you're setting up a Trezor device, this is the only website you should trust. Avoid third-party downloads or look-alike sites—crypto scammers frequently target new wallet owners.
Why Trezor Is One of the Most Trusted Hardware Wallets
When you own cryptocurrency, you need a way to store your private keys securely. Keeping your crypto on exchanges or online wallets means you are trusting someone else to protect your funds. Hacks, closures, and failures have proven that online platforms are not always safe.
A Trezor hardware wallet gives you true ownership and protection because:
Your private keys stay offline, inside the device
Transactions require physical approval
The device remains secure even if your computer is infected
You verify everything on the device’s screen
It supports thousands of coins, tokens, and decentralized apps
Trezor created the world’s first hardware wallet in 2014—and its commitment to open-source, highly audited security makes it a leading name in self-custody today.
Unboxing Your Trezor Device
Inside your Trezor box, you should find:
Your Trezor hardware wallet
A USB/USB-C cable
Recovery seed cards
A quick-start manual
Model T only: magnetic dock and touchscreen interface
A critical reminder:
Trezor never provides pre-written recovery words.
If your box arrives with a card already filled out or your device seems set up already, stop immediately—the product may have been tampered with.
Your recovery seed must only be generated on your device during setup.
Step 1: Go to Trezor.io/Start
Open your browser and visit https://trezor.io/start. Double-check the URL to ensure you’re on the official page. Crypto phishing websites often mimic legitimate ones, so never skip this step.
Select your device model—Model One or Model T—to begin following your personalized setup instructions.
Step 2: Download Trezor Suite
Next, download Trezor Suite, the official desktop application for managing your hardware wallet. It acts as your secure control center for:
Checking balances
Sending and receiving crypto
Managing accounts and wallets
Installing firmware
Accessing Web3 applications safely
Trezor Suite is available for:
Windows
macOS
Linux
A browser version exists, but the desktop version is significantly safer, and Trezor strongly recommends using it whenever possible.
Install Trezor Suite and open it to begin the guided setup.
Step 3: Connect Your Trezor Device
Plug your Trezor into your computer using the included cable. Trezor Suite will automatically detect the device.
If you are using the device for the first time, Suite will prompt you to:
Install or update firmware
Create a PIN
Generate your recovery seed
Name your device
Add your accounts
Follow the on-screen instructions carefully. Do not disconnect your device during setup.
Step 4: Install Firmware Safely
Brand-new Trezor devices ship without firmware installed. This ensures that the owner is the first person to load official software onto the device.
Trezor Suite will display a prompt telling you to install the latest firmware. You must confirm the installation directly on your device.
Firmware ensures:
Secure operation
Access to new features
Protection against vulnerabilities
Always update firmware only through Trezor Suite.
Step 5: Create Your PIN Code
Your Trezor will now ask you to create a PIN code. This PIN blocks unauthorized physical access to your device.
Tips for choosing a secure PIN:
Avoid simple patterns like 1111 or 1234
Use all available digits
Write it down if necessary, but store it safely
Never share it with anyone
You must enter your PIN every time you plug in the device.
Step 6: Generate and Secure Your Recovery Seed
This is the most important part of your entire setup.
Your Trezor will generate a recovery seed—a list of 12, 18, or 24 words—directly on the hardware device. These words are the backup key to your crypto wallet.
If your Trezor is ever lost, stolen, reset, or damaged, your recovery seed is the only way to restore access to your cryptocurrency.
What You Must Do
Write the words down carefully in the correct order
Use the provided recovery cards
Store the seed in a safe physical location
Consider creating two copies stored separately
What You Must Never Do
Do not photograph the recovery seed
Do not store it on your phone or computer
Do not upload it to cloud storage
Do not type it online or in any app
Do not share it with anyone—even Trezor support
If someone gains access to your recovery seed, they gain access to your entire crypto portfolio.
Step 7: Add Accounts in Trezor Suite
Trezor Suite organizes cryptocurrencies into accounts. Each blockchain has its own account, such as:
Bitcoin account
Ethereum account
Litecoin account
Cardano account
To add an account:
Open Trezor Suite
Select Add Account
Choose the cryptocurrency
Confirm the action on your Trezor device
Your accounts will now appear in Suite with balances and transaction history.
Step 8: Receiving Crypto Into Your Trezor
To fund your new wallet, you can now receive crypto safely.
Open Trezor Suite
Select Receive
Choose the account
Connect and unlock your Trezor
Verify the receiving address on the device screen
Copy the address and transfer your funds
Verifying addresses on the Trezor screen is essential. Even if your computer has been compromised, the address shown on the device cannot be altered by malware.
Step 9: Sending Crypto Securely
To send cryptocurrency:
Open Trezor Suite
Select Send
Enter the recipient’s address and amount
Review the transaction
Approve the transaction on your Trezor device
Trezor ensures that your private keys never leave the hardware wallet, keeping each transaction secure even on an unsafe computer.
Using Trezor With Web3, NFTs, and DeFi
Trezor allows you to access the decentralized web safely. Using integrated services and supported wallets (like MetaMask), you can:
Buy and store NFTs
Use decentralized exchanges
Stake tokens
Access DeFi lending and earning tools
Connect to blockchain games
Your private keys remain protected inside your Trezor—even when interacting with third-party apps.
Security Best Practices for Long-Term Protection
To maintain maximum security, follow these best practices:
1. Protect your recovery seed above everything else
Never type it, photograph it, or give it away.
2. Use only official Trezor tools
Always update firmware and download software through Trezor.io.
3. Stay alert for phishing
Double-check URLs before entering any information.
4. Avoid screen-sharing during support
Scammers often ask users to share their screens to steal wallet information.
5. Keep your Trezor offline when not in use
Store it in a safe physical location.
Troubleshooting Tips
Device not recognized?
Try another USB cable, port, or update Trezor Suite.
Recovery seed not accepted?
Make sure words are spelled correctly and in order.
Balances not updating?
Refresh the blockchain connection or restart Suite.
Forgot your PIN?
Reset the device and restore from your recovery seed.
Your Secure Crypto Journey Begins Now
By starting at Trezor.io/start, you ensure that your device is set up safely and correctly, following the official instructions from the Trezor team. With your hardware wallet now initialized, recovery seed secured, and accounts added, you are ready to take full ownership of your cryptocurrency.
Trezor empowers you with security, freedom, and confidence—everything self-custody is meant to deliver.