Trezor.io/start: your first steps, made clear
Trezor.io/start is the official starting point for setting up a new Trezor hardware wallet. It guides owners toward the right companion software and walks through the basics of initializing a device. If you’ve just opened a wallet, take a moment to verify you are visiting trezor.io/start yourself. A familiar-looking search result or message is not proof that a page is genuine.
Before plugging anything in, choose a quiet moment and a computer you trust. Keep the device, its cable, and the recovery-phrase materials nearby. Use a direct link from Trezor’s own website rather than an advertisement, a link in an unsolicited message, or a QR code you cannot verify. Check the spelling of the web address carefully; lookalike domains can differ by only one character.
Slow down for the recovery phrase. It is the key to restoring access, not a password to share.
What happens during setup?
The official instructions help you install or open Trezor Suite, connect your device, and follow the prompts shown on both the computer and the wallet. Depending on the model and its current software, setup may include a firmware check, device initialization, and creation of a recovery backup. Read each screen rather than trying to skip ahead. Your device display is an important part of confirming what you are approving.
When prompted to make a backup, write the recovery words down in the order provided and verify them as instructed. Store that backup offline in a private, secure place. Never photograph it, enter it into a website, save it in a cloud document, or send it to anyone—even someone claiming to be support. Trezor support will not need your recovery words.
Also inspect the package and device before you begin. If something seems altered, missing, or inconsistent with the manufacturer’s guidance, stop and contact official support. A legitimate setup should never depend on a stranger helping you privately, remote access to your computer, or sharing a secret recovery phrase. Keeping that boundary is one of the simplest ways to protect your wallet.
Make security part of the setup
Choose a PIN if your device offers one, and keep it private. Confirm important actions on the hardware wallet itself, not only on your computer. If an unexpected prompt appears, pause and consult the manufacturer’s help pages rather than guessing. You can find official documentation and contact options in the Trezor support center.
Verify the source. Start from the official Trezor domain and check the full URL.
Protect the backup. Keep recovery words offline, private, and physically secure.
Trust the device screen. Review transaction details on your wallet before confirming.
After setup, take time to explore the software before transferring funds. Learn how to receive a small test amount, how to check an address, and where to find current product guidance. Safe self-custody is not a single installation step; it is a habit of verifying details and keeping sensitive information to yourself.
This page is an independent educational overview and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Trezor. Product interfaces and instructions can change, so follow the current guidance published at Trezor.io/start whenever you set up or update a device.