Trezor.io/start is the place to begin when you are setting up a Trezor hardware wallet. This independent guide makes the first steps easier to understand, then points you to official Trezor resources for device-specific instructions. Whether you own a Trezor Model One, Trezor Model T, or a newer Trezor device, take your time: a careful start is more valuable than a hurried one.
A hardware wallet keeps sensitive signing actions on your device instead of exposing private keys to an internet-connected computer. Use a trusted source, check the device display, and protect recovery information from the outset.
Before you connect
Start with the official Trezor.io/start onboarding page, reached by typing the address yourself. Check that the domain is spelled correctly and avoid setup links sent in unsolicited messages, search ads, or social posts. Scammers often imitate familiar brands with lookalike pages.
Choose a quiet moment and a trusted, updated computer or phone. Never enter a recovery phrase into a website, chat, email, or computer prompt. Setup should not ask you to reveal it online.
Make setup a deliberate ritual
Follow the on-screen directions at Trezor.io/start for your exact model. The official flow guides you to open Trezor Suite, connect the wallet, and complete steps on your computer and device. Read each prompt; the physical screen helps verify what you approve.
Menus and features vary by model and software version. If your screen differs from a video or article, pause and check official Trezor Support. Avoid strangers offering remote access to “fix” a wallet.
One brand, different devices
Trezor Model One, Trezor Model T, and newer devices can have different interfaces and setup screens. Select the model you own; instructions are not automatically interchangeable when controls or connection methods differ.
Use Trezor Suite from Trezor to manage supported assets and explore the features available to your device. Treat any unexpected request to install unofficial software as a reason to stop and verify through Trezor’s support pages.
Your recovery phrase is yours alone
During setup, your wallet may generate a recovery phrase. It is a backup that can restore access if the device is lost or damaged, so protect it as carefully as you protect the assets it safeguards. Write it down exactly as directed by the device, in the correct order, and store it somewhere private and physically secure.
Never photograph it, store it in the cloud, or share it with anyone claiming to be support. Anyone with the phrase may control the wallet. Support does not need it to troubleshoot. If exposed, consult official support before using that wallet again.
“Your phrase is not a password to be shared. It is the last line of recovery.”
A quick check before you move on
- ✓ You reached the setup page through a verified Trezor domain.
- ✓ Your device and computer show the instructions you expect.
- ✓ Your recovery backup is private, legible, and stored securely.
After setup, confirm transfer details on the hardware wallet screen before approving. Learn about updates through official resources and revisit your backup plan. Self-custody is a set of careful habits you can repeat. Return to Trezor.io/start for the official setup path, and trust your device’s prompts over a stranger’s instructions.
Stay curious. Stay in control.