Trezor.io/Start — Quick Start Guide

✨ Welcome — Unbox with Care

Congratulations on your new Trezor device! Before you plug it in, take a moment to inspect the packaging and tamper-evident seals. A genuine Trezor arrives in secure packaging — if anything looks tampered with, stop and contact official support. Once you’re satisfied, connect the device to your computer using the included USB cable.

🔌 Step 1 — Connect & Initialize

Plug your Trezor into a USB port. Visit Trezor.io/Start and follow the on-screen prompts to begin initialization. The device will display simple instructions; follow them carefully. You’ll be asked to create a new wallet or recover an existing one using a recovery phrase.

🧾 Step 2 — Create & Backup Your Recovery Seed

Your recovery seed (a series of words) is the single most important piece of information. Write it down using the provided recovery card — never store it digitally. Keep this phrase offline in a safe place; it’s the only way to recover funds if your device is lost or damaged. Consider storing a copy in a second secure location for redundancy.

🔐 Step 3 — Set a Strong PIN

Protect your device with a PIN. Unlike passwords, PINs are entered on the device itself, shielding them from keyloggers. Choose a PIN you can remember but avoid easily guessed combinations. If you enter the PIN incorrectly too many times, the device may wipe itself—this protects your funds in case of theft.

💼 Step 4 — Install Trezor Suite (Optional)

Trezor Suite is an optional desktop app that provides a full-featured, offline-friendly interface for managing crypto, creating transactions, and exploring settings. It’s a polished experience for power users, but you can also use compatible third‑party wallets if you prefer.

🛡️ Security Best Practices

• Avoid taking photos of your recovery seed.
• Never enter recovery words into a computer or phone.
• Keep firmware up to date — only install official updates.
• Use the original USB cable; cheap cables can behave badly.

🔁 Step 5 — Verify & Test

After setup, send a small test transaction to confirm everything works as expected. Check that transaction details match on both the computer and the device screen before confirming. Always verify addresses visually on the Trezor screen—this prevents malware from showing a fake address in your browser.

📌 Final Tips

Keep your device firmware current, and never share your recovery seed. If you need to move funds or change settings, do so deliberately and confirm actions on the device screen. Consider learning about passphrase encryption (advanced feature) if you want an extra layer of protection.