Starting Up Your Trezor Device

Welcome to your new Trezor hardware wallet! Follow this step-by-step guide to set up your device securely.

Security First: Always ensure you're on the official Trezor website (trezor.io/start) and never share your recovery seed with anyone.

Step 1: Unbox and Connect Your Device

Carefully unbox your Trezor device and connect it to your computer using the provided USB cable. Ensure you're using the original cable to avoid connection issues.

[Trezor Device Connection Image]

Step 2: Install Trezor Bridge

Trezor Bridge is a communication tool that allows your Trezor device to work with web browsers. Download and install the appropriate version for your operating system.

For Windows: Download the .exe installer
For macOS: Download the .pkg installer
For Linux: Follow the command-line installation instructions

After installation, restart your browser and refresh this page.

What to Expect Next

Once your device is connected and Trezor Bridge is installed, you'll proceed to:

Create a new wallet or recover an existing one
Back up your recovery seed - the most critical security step
Set a PIN to protect your device from unauthorized access