Trezor.io/Start - Hardware Wallet Setup (Presentation)

1. Prepare (Before you connect)

A Trezor hardware device (Trezor Model T or One).
A modern computer or mobile device and the official Trezor Suite or visit trezor.io/start.
A private, quiet space to write your recovery seed on the included card — never digital photos or cloudy note apps.

Security tip: Keep packaging until you're fully set up and firmware verified. Only use official Trezor resources.

Open trezor.io/start or download Trezor Suite from the official site.
Plug your Trezor into your computer using the supplied cable.
Follow on-screen prompts: choose Create new (for new device) or Recover device (if you already have a seed).

Create a PIN using the device screen — this protects the device if it’s lost/stolen. Don’t write the PIN on the recovery card.

Your recovery seed (usually 12–24 words) is the single most important backup.
Write each word clearly on the supplied recovery card. Make multiple physical copies and store separately (e.g., home safe + bank deposit box).
Never store the seed as a photo, on cloud storage, or in an unencrypted digital file.

If someone obtains your seed, they control your funds. Treat it like gold.

During setup you'll be prompted to install or update firmware — do it. Always accept signed firmware from Trezor.
Verify the device's fingerprint/identifier shown in the Suite matches the one on the device screen before trusting it.

Only install firmware via official Trezor Suite or the official website. Avoid third-party tools for firmware updates.

Check receiving addresses on the device screen and compare them to the Suite before sending funds.
Always confirm the amount and destination on the device itself — the hardware display is the single trusted UI.

Test with a small transaction first if using an address you haven't used before. Use account labeling in Suite to stay organized.

Practice a recovery with an expendable device (if possible) to ensure your written seed is correct.
Keep firmware and Suite up to date; watch official channels for security advisories.

If you ever suspect your seed has been exposed, move your funds to a new wallet with a freshly generated seed.

Device not recognized: Try alternate USB ports, official cable, and reboot. Avoid hubs that can interrupt power.
Firmware update failed: Reconnect device and retry via Suite. Contact official support if repeated failures occur.
Lost seed: Treat funds as compromised — if possible, move funds using any partial access you still have.

Support comes from Trezor's official support center. Beware of phishing: never share your seed or device screen with anyone.