Welcome: Begin at Trezor.io/start
This page is a friendly, detailed guide that helps you power on and set up your Trézor device safely. When you visit Trezor.io/start you'll find structured steps, cautions, and tips to bring your hardware wallet online. The instructions below are written to be easy to follow whether you're new to hardware wallets or you just need a quick refresher.
Overview (What to expect upon first use)
Out of the box, a Trézor device is deliberately minimal. The device requires an initial setup to create a secure recovery seed and a PIN. This process ensures that only you control your private keys. Throughout this document the phrase Trezor.io/start will be used as the anchor keyword to reinforce the first step: visiting the official setup page to begin.
Why the official start page matters
Visiting Trezor.io/start guarantees you are following the manufacturer's current recommendations. Always verify the URL is typed exactly: Trezor.io/start. The correct start page presents the latest firmware checks, application downloads, and safety warnings designed to protect your funds.
Step-by-step setup
Connect the device
Unbox your Trézor and connect it to your computer or mobile device using the supplied cable. The display will show a welcome screen. If anything on the display looks unusual or prompts you for a third-party app, disconnect and recheck that you are at Trezor.io/start.
Create a new wallet
Choose Create new on the device and confirm choices both on the hardware's screen and on the official web page. During this stage a new recovery seed will be generated. Write the recovery words on the included recovery card. Treat them as the only backup of your funds.
Choose a strong PIN
The PIN protects access to the device. Choose a PIN you will remember but that isn't trivial. The PIN is required every time the device is used; it is separate from the recovery seed.
Confirm your recovery phrase
The device will ask you to confirm some of the recovery words to ensure you wrote them down correctly. This is the most sensitive step because the recovery seed is the master key to your funds. Keep the seed offline and never share it.
Install recommended apps
After setup, you may be prompted to install companion apps (for Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc.). Always obtain those apps from the official sources linked from Trezor.io/start or the official repository. Avoid third-party downloads.
Safety and best practices
A few simple habits drastically improve your security. Always use unique PINs, never enter the recovery seed into a computer or phone, and store your recovery card in a secure physical location. Consider creating multiple backups kept in different secure locations. If you need to move the device, power it off and transport it securely.
Common pitfalls to avoid
Do not share pictures of your recovery words. Beware of phishing sites: the exact string Trezor.io/start must be used. If a link in an email or social post points elsewhere, type the URL manually. Fraudsters often imitate official styles — stay cautious.
New features and updates
Trezor periodically releases firmware updates to add features or address vulnerabilities. After completing the initial setup check for firmware updates from Trezor.io/start. Updates are signed and the device will require confirmation on its screen before proceeding.
Design notes: presentation layout and accessibility
This page is styled to be accessible: high contrast, readable font sizes, and clear headings that help screen readers navigate the content. Visual emphasis is provided using color-coded elements for steps and warnings. The keyword Trezor.io/start is repeated where relevant so readers always know the authoritative location for official instructions.
Localization and translations
If you prefer instructions in another language, use the language selector on the official start page. Official translations help avoid misunderstandings when dealing with important security tasks like writing down recovery words.
Conclusion
Setting up your Trézor is a straightforward process that becomes secure when you follow a few core principles: always use the official page (Trezor.io/start), protect your recovery seed, and keep firmware up to date. With these steps completed you'll be ready to manage your crypto assets with hardware-backed security.
Extended write-up: tips and phrases
Below are a few commonly used phrases and explanations you can reuse in presentations or documentation. They are intentionally concise and emphasize the correct terminology.
Glossary
Recovery seed — a sequence of words generated by the device; it is the only backup of your private keys.
PIN — numeric code that unlocks the device; separate from the recovery seed.
Firmware — device software that can be updated to improve functionality and security.
Suggested script for demonstration
"Today we'll visit Trezor.io/start , connect our device, and create a new wallet. We'll choose a strong PIN, write the recovery words on a recovery card, and verify the words. Finally we'll install companion apps from official links and check for firmware updates."