Trezor Start® — Starting Up Your Device | Trezor®
Setting up a hardware wallet should be simple, secure, and beginner-friendly — and that is exactly what Trezor Start® provides. As the official onboarding process for all Trezor hardware wallets, Trezor Start guides you step-by-step through initializing, securing, and preparing your device for safe cryptocurrency management.
Created by SatoshiLabs, the innovators behind the Trezor Model One and the Trezor Model T, Trezor Start ensures that even first-time crypto users can set up their device with confidence. From securing your recovery seed to configuring PIN protection, every step is designed to maximize safety while delivering a smooth user experience.
If you're unboxing a brand-new Trezor wallet, Trezor Start is your official pathway to getting everything up and running securely.
What Is Trezor Start®?
Trezor Start® is the official device-onboarding platform provided by Trezor. It ensures that users initialize their hardware wallet safely without risk of counterfeit firmware, phishing websites, or improper device setup.
Trezor Start provides:
Direct links to verified software
Step-by-step device initialization
Secure firmware installation
Recovery seed generation guidance
Setup of PIN and passphrase options
Safe connection to Trezor Suite
This makes it the trusted, official starting point for any Trezor device owner.
Why Trezor Start® Matters
Setting up a hardware wallet incorrectly can expose your crypto to risk. By using Trezor Start, you ensure:
1. Verified and Authentic Setup
You are guided to official tools like Trezor Suite and genuine firmware updates—important for protecting against fake apps or malicious downloads.
2. Secure Recovery Seed Generation
Trezor Start teaches you how to properly store your offline recovery seed, the only backup to your wallet.
3. Proper Device Initialization
It ensures your hardware wallet is completely new, uninitialized, and secure before first use.
4. Guidance for First-Time Users
From connecting your device to creating your first account, Trezor Start provides clear, beginner-friendly instructions.
What You Need Before Starting
Before beginning the Trezor Start process, prepare:
Your Trezor hardware wallet
A USB cable
A computer running Windows, macOS, or Linux
A secure, private environment
Pen and paper for writing your recovery seed
Never store your seed digitally — Trezor Start explains why this is essential.
How Trezor Start® Works
The onboarding process is simple, intuitive, and secure. Here’s how it unfolds:
Step-by-Step: Starting Your Device with Trezor Start®
Step 1 — Connect Your Trezor Device
Plug your device into your computer using the provided cable. Your Trezor screen will illuminate and display a welcome message.
Step 2 — Go to the Official Trezor Start Page
This ensures you avoid fake or malicious websites.
From there, you’ll be directed to download Trezor Suite, the official desktop or web interface for managing your crypto.
Step 3 — Install or Update Firmware
Brand-new Trezor devices ship without firmware for security reasons.
Trezor Start automatically checks for:
Missing firmware
Required updates
Authentic signatures
You’ll confirm the installation on your hardware wallet.
Step 4 — Create a New Wallet
Once firmware is installed, you can create a new wallet directly on your Trezor device. This guarantees the wallet is generated securely inside the hardware.
Step 5 — Write Down Your Recovery Seed
This is the most important step.
Your Trezor will generate a 12-, 18-, or 24-word recovery seed. Write the words on paper exactly as shown, in the correct order.
Trezor Start gives safety reminders:
Never store your seed digitally
Never take a photo
Never enter it into any website
Never share it with anyone
Your recovery seed is the only way to restore your wallet if your device is lost, damaged, or replaced.
Step 6 — Secure Your Device with a PIN
Set a strong numeric PIN to prevent unauthorized physical access.
Each time you plug in your Trezor, this PIN will be required.
Step 7 — (Optional) Enable Passphrase Protection
Advanced users can add an additional passphrase for creating hidden or extra-secure wallets.
Trezor Start explains how passphrases work and whether they are appropriate for your setup.
Step 8 — Access Trezor Suite
Once setup is complete, you’ll be taken directly to the Trezor Suite dashboard, where you can:
Add accounts
Receive cryptocurrency
Check balances
Manage tokens
Enable privacy tools
Make secure transactions
Why Trezor Start® Is Secure
Trezor Start reinforces Trezor’s core philosophy: your private keys must remain offline, secure, and under your control at all times.
Security benefits include:
Open-source software you can trust
On-device confirmation for all operations
Device-generated recovery seed
Verified firmware directly from SatoshiLabs
Protection against fake interfaces and phishing sites
The entire process is designed so no sensitive information ever touches your computer or the internet.
Tips for a Safe First-Time Setup
Use only official links from the Trezor Start page.
Double-check your recovery seed for accuracy.
Store your seed securely in multiple safe locations.
Enable PIN protection immediately.
Avoid public Wi-Fi during initial setup.
Never allow anyone to help you generate your recovery seed.
Your security is strongest when you keep your information private.
Who Should Use Trezor Start®?
Trezor Start is ideal for:
First-time Trezor owners
Beginners setting up crypto wallets for the first time
Business users securing company crypto assets
Investors transferring funds off exchanges
Anyone wanting a clean, safe, guided setup process
Whether you’re storing Bitcoin for long-term savings or managing multiple portfolios, Trezor Start ensures your device is configured correctly from day one.
Final Thoughts
Trezor Start® is the safest, most reliable way to initialize your Trezor hardware wallet. By guiding users through secure firmware installation, recovery seed creation, PIN setup, and connection to Trezor Suite, it ensures that your journey into crypto begins with strong security foundations.