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

Introduction

Trezor.io/Start® is your official guide for starting up your Trezor device. Trezor hardware wallets provide unmatched security for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and thousands of other cryptocurrencies by keeping private keys offline. This ensures your assets are protected from malware, phishing, and hacking attempts.

Whether you are new to crypto or an experienced user, this guide walks you through purchasing, initializing, securing, and managing your Trezor device efficiently.

Step 1: Purchase a Genuine Trezor Device

Only buy Trezor devices from the official store or authorized resellers to ensure authenticity.

• Verify packaging integrity and tamper-evident seals.
• Check the device model (Trezor Model T or Trezor One).
• Use Trezor verification tools to confirm authenticity.

Step 2: Install Trezor Suite

Trezor Suite is the official interface for managing your device, sending and receiving crypto, and monitoring your portfolio.

1. Visit suite.trezor.io/start.
2. Download and install the desktop application for your operating system.
3. Open the Suite and connect your Trezor device via USB.
4. The Suite will detect your device and guide you through initialization.

Step 3: Initialize Your Device

During initialization, you can create a new wallet or restore an existing one.

• Choose "Create new wallet" for a new recovery seed.
• Write down your recovery seed carefully on paper; never store it digitally.
• Confirm the seed on your device to ensure accuracy.
• This seed is the only backup of your wallet; protect it securely.

Step 4: Set PIN and Passphrase

Adding a PIN prevents unauthorized access, while a passphrase adds an optional hidden wallet layer.

• Choose a secure PIN you can remember.
• Optionally, enable a passphrase for extra security.
• Never store passphrase digitally; keep it in a secure offline location.

Step 5: Send and Receive Crypto

With Trezor Suite, transactions are secure and private.

• Copy your receiving address and verify it on your Trezor device.
• Enter recipient addresses carefully when sending crypto.
• All transaction signing occurs on the device, ensuring private keys never leave it.

Step 6: Portfolio Management

Trezor Suite allows you to track multiple assets efficiently:

• View balances for all supported cryptocurrencies in a single dashboard.
• Monitor transaction history and portfolio performance.
• Manage multiple accounts for trading or long-term storage.
• Optionally integrate swap services for secure asset exchanges.

Step 7: Advanced Security Features

Protecting your crypto is Trezor’s top priority:

• Hardware isolation keeps private keys offline.
• PIN and passphrase protect against unauthorized access.
• Recovery seed ensures wallet can be restored if lost.
• Signed firmware updates verify authenticity.
• Open-source Suite enables community audits.

Step 8: Privacy and Coin Control

Trezor Suite offers privacy-focused features:

• Tor routing to mask your IP address.
• Coin control to choose which UTXOs to spend.
• Local-first design keeps transaction history offline.

Step 9: Supported Cryptocurrencies

Trezor supports over 1,000 cryptocurrencies including:

• Bitcoin (BTC)
• Ethereum (ETH)
• Litecoin (LTC)
• Cardano (ADA)
• Polkadot (DOT)
• Binance Coin (BNB)
• Dogecoin (DOGE)
• Thousands of ERC-20 tokens

Step 10: Desktop vs Web Suite

Desktop Suite offers enhanced privacy and local storage, while Web Suite provides mobility. Both maintain full security when paired with a Trezor device.

Best Practices for Security

• Always download Suite from Trezor.io/start.
• Backup your recovery seed offline in multiple secure locations.
• Verify all addresses on the device before sending crypto.
• Enable PIN and optional passphrase.
• Keep firmware and Suite up-to-date.
• Avoid storing sensitive information online.

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Conclusion

Trezor.io/Start® is the official guide to securely start up your Trezor device. Following these steps ensures your crypto remains safe and under your control. Always adhere to security best practices, protect your recovery seed, and use official software for full protection.