Step‑by‑Step: Start at trezor.io/start
trezor.io/start is the official entry point for initializing a Trezor hardware wallet. This page is an independent guide that helps you use it safely. Follow these human‑friendly steps and you will avoid the most common pitfalls new users face.
- Navigate the right way. Type the URL manually or open a trusted bookmark. Look for
https://and a valid certificate. Skip search ads; they can be spoofed. - Download Trezor Suite from the official site only. Never download wallet software from file‑sharing sites or random blogs. If you know how, verify the signature or checksum published by the vendor.
- Connect your device and initialize. Use the original cable if possible. When prompted, create a new wallet on the device itself and set a strong PIN. The device, not your computer, should display confirmation steps.
- Write down the recovery seed offline. Use the provided cards or archival‑quality paper. Printouts, screenshots, and cloud notes are risky. Store your seed in two separate, safe places.
- Consider using a passphrase. Advanced users can add a passphrase for extra protection. Treat it like a 25th word—forget it, and the funds are unrecoverable.
- Update firmware within Suite. Keep your device current. Only approve updates that are initiated by Trezor Suite and confirmed on the device screen.
- Add accounts and receive a small test amount. Before moving larger balances, send a small test transaction to confirm addresses and workflow.
These steps mirror what you will see on the official site, but add practical safety context. The goal is to make your first 10 minutes with a hardware wallet calm, clear, and secure.
Security Essentials: Keep Your Keys Offline
Hardware wallets shine because your private keys stay offline. To protect that edge, follow these essentials: avoid browser extensions that request seed phrases; never type a seed into any website; lock your computer and keep it malware‑free; and back up your seed in a way that survives coffee spills, device loss, and memory lapses. If anyone asks for your seed or PIN, that is a scam. Support staff will never need either.
To reduce risk from look‑alike domains, create a desktop bookmark to trezor.io/start the first time you visit it successfully. In browsers that support it, enable HTTPS‑Only mode and make sure your OS and browsers auto‑update.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Storing the seed as a photo or in email. Cloud services get breached. Keep the seed strictly offline.
- Installing from an unknown link. Only download from the official site; double‑check the domain.
- Skipping a test transaction. A tiny test payment now can save stress later.
- Leaving firmware outdated. Updates fix bugs and improve security—apply them through Suite.
- Using weak PINs. Use a long, non‑guessable PIN. If available, enable a passphrase and memorize it well.
Security is a habit. Build small, repeatable routines—verify addresses, confirm on device, and keep your backups organized.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact & Trust
We do not request or store private information. For official support, visit trezor.io. If you spot an error on this page, email the site maintainer shown in /.well-known/security.txt.
For anti‑phishing: this site avoids collecting wallet data and clearly labels itself as unofficial. It links to official domains using rel="nofollow noopener" and employs a restrictive Content‑Security‑Policy.