Trézor.io/Start® | Starting Up Your Device

Introduction

Welcome to your Trézor® journey! Starting up your Trézor device is a simple process, but it is crucial to follow the steps carefully to ensure your crypto assets are secure. This guide provides a detailed walkthrough for setting up your device for the first time, securing it, and understanding essential features.

Trézor® is one of the most trusted hardware wallets, designed to protect your cryptocurrencies from online threats. With this guide, you'll learn how to safely initialize your device, create a backup, and start managing your assets with confidence.

Tip: Always start with the official Trézor.io website to avoid scams or phishing attempts.

Step 1: Unboxing Your Trézor®

What’s Inside the Box?

Inside your Trézor package, you should find:

The Trézor hardware device.
USB cable for connection.
Recovery seed card.
User manual and warranty card.

Check the packaging for tampering. If anything seems suspicious, do not proceed and contact Trézor support immediately.

Step 2: Connecting Your Device

Plug your Trézor device into your computer or mobile device using the supplied USB cable. Your device screen will light up with a welcome message.

Tip: Use the original cable provided to ensure a stable connection.

Step 3: Installing Trézor Suite

Visit Trézor.io/Start and download the official Trézor Suite application. Follow these steps:

Download and install the software for your operating system (Windows, macOS, Linux).
Open the Trézor Suite application.
Follow on-screen instructions to detect your device.

Once your device is detected, the application will guide you through initialization.

Step 4: Initializing Your Device

You can either create a new wallet or restore from an existing recovery seed. If you are setting up a new device:

Select “Create a new wallet”.
Choose a PIN code for device access. Make sure it is unique and memorable.
Write down your 24-word recovery seed carefully on the supplied card. This is your only backup.

Important: Never share your recovery seed. Anyone with access to it can control your funds.

Step 5: Securing Your Device

After initialization, consider the following security measures:

Store your recovery seed offline in a safe location.
Use a strong, unique PIN code.
Enable passphrase protection for added security.

Tip: Never take photos or store your recovery seed digitally.

Step 6: Adding Cryptocurrencies

Once your device is secured, you can add cryptocurrencies:

Open Trézor Suite and select “Receive”.
Choose the cryptocurrency you want to receive.
Copy the generated wallet address or scan the QR code.
Send funds from another wallet or exchange to this address.

Step 7: Managing Your Assets

Trézor Suite allows you to manage, send, and receive assets securely. Key features include:

Portfolio overview with real-time value tracking.
Transaction history for every asset.
Integration with exchanges and DeFi platforms.
Customizable notifications for incoming and outgoing transactions.

Step 8: Firmware Updates

Keeping your device firmware up to date ensures maximum security:

Open Trézor Suite and check for firmware updates.
Follow on-screen instructions carefully.
Never interrupt the update process.

Important: Interrupting firmware updates can render your device unusable. Always ensure your device is fully charged or connected to power.

Conclusion

Congratulations! Your Trézor® device is now fully set up and ready to secure your cryptocurrencies. Always remember:

Keep your recovery seed offline and safe.
Never share your PIN or passphrase.
Regularly check for firmware updates.
Use Trézor Suite for secure management of your assets.

With proper care, your Trézor® device will provide reliable and secure cryptocurrency management for years to come.