Your step-by-step guide to safely initializing your Trezor® hardware wallet
Starting with your Trezor® device is easy and safe. Follow these steps to securely set up your wallet, backup your recovery seed, and manage your crypto confidently.
Ensure you have your Trezor® hardware, USB cable, and a secure place to write your recovery words. Avoid storing recovery information digitally.
Plug your device into your computer or mobile. Follow the on-device prompts to start. Always verify actions directly on the Trezor® screen.
Security Tip: The device itself confirms your operations — do not trust computer screen alone.
Create a new wallet. Carefully write down each word of your recovery seed in order. Keep multiple secure offline copies.
Choose a memorable yet secure PIN. Optionally, create a passphrase to protect a hidden wallet. Losing the passphrase means permanent loss.
Open your compatible wallet app and pair your Trezor®. Conduct a small test transaction to verify addresses match on-device and in-app.
Store recovery seed safely. Update firmware regularly. Avoid unverified downloads. If compromise occurs, move funds to a secure wallet immediately.