Trezor.io/Start — Starting® Up® Your® Device®

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This presentation guides a new Trezor user through safe setup, initial configuration, backup, daily use, and recovery. Links to official resources are included for easy access.

What is a Trezor hardware wallet?

Trezor is a dedicated hardware device that stores your cryptocurrency private keys offline. It provides a secure environment for signing transactions and protecting funds from remote attackers. Because keys never leave the device, even a compromised computer cannot directly steal your private keys.

Core benefits

• Air-gapped security model for private keys.
• Easy recovery using a seed phrase.
• Open-source firmware and strong community auditing.

Before you start

Checklist

• Buy from the official store or authorized reseller to avoid tampered devices.
• Have a clean, private workspace and a pen and paper for recovery notes.
• Disconnect other USB devices and disable suspicious software during setup.

Important: Never enter your recovery seed into a computer, phone, or cloud service.

Initial setup — step by step

1. Power and connect

Connect your Trezor to a computer using the supplied cable. Follow the device screen and visit trezor.io/start to begin.

2. Install Bridge or Suite

Install the official Trezor Suite or Bridge when prompted. These tools communicate with the device and help you manage coins safely.

Create a new wallet

Set a secure PIN

Choose a PIN that is memorable to you but hard to guess. The PIN prevents local attackers from using the device if stolen. The device will ask you to confirm the PIN by pressing numbers on-screen and on the device.

Generate a recovery seed

Write down the recovery seed precisely on the provided card. Store it offline in a safe place. This seed is the only way to restore your wallet if the device is lost or damaged.

Recovery & backups

Seed security

Never photograph, copy to cloud storage, or share your seed. Consider a fireproof and waterproof storage solution or a split-seed strategy if managing very large sums.

Test restoration

Practice restoring a small test wallet to ensure you recorded the seed correctly. This step lowers the risk of future mistakes.

Using your Trezor for transactions

Always verify addresses on the device screen before confirming. Use the official Suite or verified wallet integrations for sending and receiving funds. Be wary of phishing sites and double-check domain names before entering any details in your browser.

Confirmations

The device requires physical confirmation to sign transactions, which protects against remote manipulation.

Troubleshooting & firmware

Only install firmware updates directly from the official Trezor site. If the device behaves unexpectedly, check the official support pages and community forums. Do not accept firmware or recovery instructions from unknown sources.

When to contact support

• Device doesn't boot properly after update.
• Suspected tampering or lost recovery seed.

Best practices

• Keep firmware up to date and verify signatures when available.
• Use passphrases only if you understand the added complexity and risks.
• Separate large holdings from everyday spending wallets.

Security is a habit: regular reviews and cautious online behavior protect your assets.

Resources & next steps

Official start guide: trezor.io/start

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Closing summary

Setting up a Trezor is straightforward when you follow official guidance: buy genuine hardware, record your recovery seed offline, and verify every action on the device screen. These steps minimize risk and keep your cryptocurrency secure.

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