Welcome — thoughtful setup, step by step
This guide gives you a mirrored-style presentation that emphasizes layout and accessibility while keeping readable text intact. Below you'll find step-by-step instructions, practical advice, and friendly explanations for the most common setup flows. The entire document is written to be both descriptive and pragmatic so you can follow along confidently.
🪪Step 1 — Unbox and inspect
When your Trezor device arrives, keep packaging and tamper-evident seals intact until you're ready to set up. Inspect the device for visible damage: the screen should be clear, buttons should click smoothly, and there should be no unusual adhesives or tears. If anything looks suspicious, reach out to official support immediately.
- Keep your recovery card or seed backup card nearby — you'll need it later.
- Do not plug the device into unknown computers or let others handle it during setup.
🔌Step 2 — Connect safely
Always connect to a known, trusted computer. Go to the official start URL provided with your device (or type it manually) — avoid search engine links to prevent phishing. On the trusted page, follow the official instructions to download any companion app or bridge if required. The device will usually prompt you to confirm the correct model and show a one-time pairing code or image — verify it matches the screen on your computer.
Trust is built on verification. If something on the screen looks different than the guide, stop and verify sources before continuing.
🔁Step 3 — Initialize or restore
You can either initialize the device as new (create a fresh wallet with a new seed) or restore from a previous seed phrase. Initializing creates a brand new cryptographic identity; restoring re-installs a known identity.
- Choose Set up as new to create a new seed. Write down the recovery phrase exactly as shown.
- Choose Restore if you already have a recovery phrase — enter it carefully when prompted.
Never type your seed into any website or app. Recovery seeds must remain offline.
🛡️Security tips & best practices
Security is layered. The device gives you cryptographic guarantees, but your habits matter just as much. Below are practical recommendations to reduce risk.
- Write your recovery phrase on paper or metal — fire- and water-resistant backups are strongest. Store them in a secure, private location.
- Use a passphrase (optional) — this adds an additional word you choose that encrypts your seed. Remember: if you lose the passphrase you cannot recover funds.
- Keep firmware up to date — firmware updates include security improvements. Only install updates from official sources and verify update prompts on the device screen.
- Be careful with mobile apps — only use official apps or verified third-party apps recommended by official channels.
💼Daily usage & transactions
To send or receive crypto, always confirm addresses on the device screen. Your computer can display an address, but only the hardware wallet shows the accurate address derived from your keys. Compare the displayed address with the UI before approving a transaction.
Small habits like checking the first and last characters of an address on-device drastically reduce exposure to address-rewriting malware.
❓FAQ — common questions
Q: Can I use the device on multiple computers?
A: Yes — your wallet is portable. Always verify the device screen when connecting to a new computer.
Q: What if I lose my device?
A: If you created and stored your recovery phrase, you can restore your wallet on another compatible device. If not, funds may be lost.
🎉You're ready
This page provides a mirrored visual treatment for creative presentation while keeping text readable and accessible. The content here is intentionally descriptive and practical — written to be useful whether you're setting up your first hardware wallet or revisiting best practices. As a reminder: never share your recovery phrase, always verify firmware and addresses on-device, and keep backups secure.