1. Unbox & verify
Inspect the packaging seal and serial. Always visit Trezor.io/Start (type the address) — do not follow links in emails or chat.
Inspect the packaging seal and serial. Always visit Trezor.io/Start (type the address) — do not follow links in emails or chat.
Plug in your Trezor using the supplied cable. Open a trusted browser and go to Trezor.io/Start to begin the guided setup.
The device will automatically suggest installing the latest firmware. Only install official firmware from the Trezor web app.
Write down your recovery seed on the supplied card. Keep it offline and in a secure location; do not photograph or store it digitally.
Why this matters: your Trezor hardware wallet stores private keys offline. Starting Up Your Device correctly prevents phishing, data loss, and unauthorized access.
When you arrive at Trezor.io/Start the site will walk you through firmware and PIN setup. Choose a PIN you'll remember but isn't guessable; longer is better.
Never enter your recovery seed on a computer or online form. Trezor will never ask for your seed—only for verification on the device.
Use this condensed view to present the steps at a glance. Keyword focus: Trezor.io/Start
Unbox, confirm seals, and point browser to Trezor.io/Start.
Connect the device, start the official web setup flow.
Install firmware, set PIN, write your recovery seed offline.
Confirm addresses on-device before sending funds; always verify.
Always type https://trezor.io/start into your browser or navigate from the official Trezor homepage — this page references Trezor.io/Start as the canonical onboarding route.
No. Back up your recovery seed on paper (or a metal backup). Do not store it on a phone, cloud, or photo — doing so risks theft.
Try a different USB cable/port and the official Trezor web app at Trezor.io/Start. If problems persist, contact official support and do not use third-party firmware.
Never. If someone or a website asks for your recovery seed, it is fraudulent. Your seed is only to be written and kept offline.
Always verify the receiving address on your Trezor device screen — not just in your browser — as part of the Starting Up Your Device safety routine.