Trezor Setup Guide | Official — Start at trezor.io/start

Introduction

This guide walks you through securely setting up your Trezor hardware wallet step by step. Follow the official onboarding site to verify and finish setup: https://trezor.io/start. The instructions below are designed for clarity — suitable for a presentation or handout.

What you'll need

• Your Trezor device (Model T or One).
• A computer or mobile device with internet access.
• The official link: https://trezor.io/start.
• A private, offline place to write down recovery words.

Why this matters

A hardware wallet stores private keys offline, greatly reducing attack surface vs. software wallets. Correct setup and backup are essential — follow the official flow at https://trezor.io/start.

Step-by-step Setup

1. Unbox & Inspect

Verify the tamper-evident seal. Confirm packaging looks authentic. Proceed only if the seal is intact.

2. Visit the official start page

Open your browser and go to: https://trezor.io/start — this ensures you use the official onboarding flow.

3. Connect the device

1. Use the provided cable to connect Trezor to your computer or supported mobile device.
2. Follow the on-screen prompts from Trezor's website or the Trezor Suite app.

4. Install official software if needed

The site will guide you to use Trezor Suite or install any required bridge/driver. Only download software from the official domain: https://trezor.io/start.

5. Firmware check & update

Trezor may prompt a firmware installation. Only accept firmware delivered through the official onboarding process. Verify the device screen shows a matching fingerprint or prompt as instructed by the website.

6. Create a new wallet and PIN

Choose a PIN when prompted — this protects the device from physical access. Never share your PIN.

7. Write down your recovery seed

The device will display a recovery seed (24 words for most models). Write these words down on the recovery card and keep it offline and secure. Never store the recovery seed in digital form (photo, cloud, text file).

8. Finalize & test

Confirm the wallet is accessible through the Suite or web interface, send a small test transaction, and verify balances. If anything seems unusual, revisit https://trezor.io/start for official support.

Security Best Practices

Backup and storage

Store the written recovery seed in a safe, waterproof, fireproof place. Consider geographically separate backups.

Phishing awareness

Always check the URL—use only https://trezor.io/start for onboarding. Bookmark it to avoid typosquats. The official link again: https://trezor.io/start.

Never share

Do not share your seed, PIN, or passphrase. Trezor staff or legitimate support will never ask for your seed.

Advanced protection

Consider using a passphrase (BIP39) to create a hidden wallet. Understand risks and document passphrase securely.

Troubleshooting & FAQ

Device not recognized

Try a different USB port, cable, or computer. Ensure you used the official site: https://trezor.io/start.

Lost recovery seed

If the seed is lost, funds cannot be recovered. If funds are present, move them to a new wallet immediately if you still have device access.

Firmware or software errors

Only reinstall or update using the official onboarding flow at https://trezor.io/start and verify all prompts on the device screen.

Presentation Checklist (for presenters)

1. Show the official URL on screen: https://trezor.io/start.
2. Demonstrate connecting device and verifying firmware.
3. Emphasize seed backup, PIN rules, and phishing defenses.
4. Perform a test transaction with a small amount.