This short presentation walks you through the essentials of unboxing, initializing, and securing your Trezor hardware wallet via Trezor.io/start. It’s written as a friendly guide for both first-time users and anyone who wants a quick refresher. The goal: get your device running while keeping your crypto safe.
Trezor.io/startOpen your browser and type the address exactly: Trezor.io/start. This page detects your device and guides you to download Trezor Suite or connect in-browser. Always verify the URL and the SSL lock icon in your browser.
Plug your Trezor into your computer or smartphone. The device screen will show a welcome message and a device identifier. Confirm the fingerprint shown on the device matches the website prompt before proceeding.
Choose Create new to initialize a fresh wallet or Recover wallet if you already have a recovery seed. If creating a new wallet, the Trezor will generate a recovery seed phrase — write it on paper or a metal backup and store it securely offline.
The PIN protects the device in case of loss or theft. Choose a PIN you can remember but that’s not easily guessed. The PIN is entered on the device screen using randomized positions; the computer only registers taps, not the digits, preventing keyloggers from learning the PIN.
Remember: anyone with your recovery seed and any optional passphrase can access your funds. Treat recovery information like the keys to a safe-deposit box.
If you run into issues, double-check cables, try a different USB port, or use Trezor Suite. For firmware or connection problems, follow the official troubleshooting steps at Trezor’s support pages. Avoid unofficial guides that ask for your recovery seed — trust only the official domain under the browser address bar.