Trezor.io/Start® — Starting™ Up Your Device | Trezór®

A compact guide & presentation to set up your hardware wallet safely

Welcome! This short presentation walks you through powering up and securely configuring your Trezor hardware wallet. In under 15 minutes you’ll connect the device, install or open Trezor Suite, set a PIN, and record your recovery seed — the single most important step for protecting access to your crypto.

Why a hardware wallet?

A hardware wallet like Trezor stores your private keys offline so they never touch an internet-connected device. That dramatically reduces the risk of remote theft and malware. Treat the device and recovery seed as physical items: secure, private, and backed up.

Quick setup checklist (step-by-step)

  1. Verify packaging: ensure the device box and seals are intact.
  2. Open Trezor Suite or visit trezor.io/start to begin the guided setup.
  3. Connect the device: plug in via the supplied cable and follow on-screen prompts.
  4. Install firmware: if prompted, allow the official firmware update — this ensures latest security fixes.
  5. Create a PIN: choose a PIN you can remember; avoid obvious numbers.
  6. Write down your recovery seed: use the included card; store it offline and in at least two secure places.
  7. Verify seed on device: confirm the recovery words exactly as prompted.
  8. Add coins: transfer small test amount first to confirm everything is working.
  9. Use Trezor Suite: manage balances, update firmware, and review activity from the official app.
  10. Secure storage: treat your seed and backup like cash — physical security is key.

Best practices & safety tips

Never share your recovery seed with anyone and never enter it into a website or software other than your Trezor during recovery. Keep firmware and Trezor Suite updated, use only official installers or the web suite via the official domain, and consider a small test transaction before moving large balances.

If you suspect your device has been tampered with, stop and contact official support immediately.

Resources & official links

Official Trezor pages to get help, firmware, guides and device-specific instructions:

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