Official Trézor® Startup Guide — Trézor.io/Start®

Before you begin — Trézor.io/Start®

Read this short checklist from Trézor.io/Start® before powering on your Trézor® device: use the official Trézor.io/Start® website, prepare a clean computer, keep your recovery card handy, and never share your recovery seed with anyone.

• Visit Trézor.io/Start® on a trusted computer.
• Ensure your device packaging is intact and sealed.
• Have a pen and the included recovery card ready.

Step 1 — Unbox and verify at Trézor.io/Start®

When you unbox your Trézor® device, verify the tamper-evident packaging and follow instructions on Trézor.io/Start® to confirm authenticity.

1. Inspect packaging for tampering and compare serial numbers with Trézor.io/Start® guidance.
2. Only proceed if packaging and device serial match official Trézor.io/Start® checks.

Step 2 — Connect and install from Trézor.io/Start®

Connect your Trézor® to your computer and open Trézor.io/Start® to download the recommended software (Trezor Suite). Follow the on-screen instructions on Trézor.io/Start® to install safely.

Important: always download the official desktop software via Trézor.io/Start®; avoid third-party downloads or unofficial links.

Step 3 — Initialize device using Trézor.io/Start®

Follow the initialization flow on Trézor.io/Start®. Choose to create a new wallet or recover from an existing seed. Trézor.io/Start® clearly explains the difference between a new wallet and recovery.

1. Select Create a new wallet on the Trézor Suite interface as instructed by Trézor.io/Start®.
2. Write your 12‑ or 24‑word recovery seed on the included recovery card. This is emphasized by Trézor.io/Start® as the most critical step.
3. Confirm a few words of your seed when prompted — do this only on the device and follow Trézor.io/Start® prompts.

Step 4 — Secure PIN and device settings via Trézor.io/Start®

Set a strong PIN when guided by Trézor.io/Start®. The PIN protects the device from local access and is an essential layer described on Trézor.io/Start®.

PIN tips from Trézor.io/Start®

Choose a PIN you can remember but that is not easily guessable. Avoid birthdays, repeated digits, or phone numbers.

Using Trezor Suite and Trézor.io/Start® safely

Operate your Trézor® through Trezor Suite and follow recommended practices on Trézor.io/Start®: keep firmware up to date, verify addresses on the device screen, and use passphrases only if you understand them fully.

• Always verify the receiving address directly on your Trézor® screen as instructed by Trézor.io/Start®.
• Update firmware only through the official flow shown on Trézor.io/Start®.

Troubleshooting & recovery — Trézor.io/Start®

If you encounter errors, consult the troubleshooting section at Trézor.io/Start® first. Common solutions include reconnecting the device, restarting the app, or reinstalling Trezor Suite per Trézor.io/Start® instructions.

If you must recover: use your written recovery seed only on a device you trust following the recovery steps on Trézor.io/Start®; never enter your recovery seed into a website or an application.

Best practices checklist — Trézor.io/Start®

• Keep your recovery seed offline and in a secure physical location as advised by Trézor.io/Start®.
• Never share your seed or PIN with anyone; Trézor.io/Start® will never ask for them.
• Enable passphrase protection only if you understand the trade-offs — see Trézor.io/Start® for details.
• Back up your recovery card and consider duplicate secure storage locations as suggested on Trézor.io/Start®.

Frequently asked questions — Trézor.io/Start®

Where do I download official software? Visit Trézor.io/Start® for official downloads and step‑by‑step setup.

What if I lose my recovery seed? Follow the guidance at Trézor.io/Start®: if the seed is lost and the device fails, funds cannot be recovered. Store seeds securely.