Welcome to the complete setup guide for your new Trezor device. Follow these step-by-step instructions to securely set up your Trezor Model One or Trezor Model T and start protecting your cryptocurrency assets.
Your Trezor package should contain the following items:
Before proceeding, ensure your device is genuine:
Never purchase a used Trezor device. Always buy from authorized retailers to ensure your device hasn't been compromised. If the holographic seal is broken, do not use the device.
Trezor Suite is the official desktop application for managing your Trezor device. It provides a secure interface for all your cryptocurrency operations.
Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux
Once Trezor Suite is installed:
Trezor Suite will guide you through the initialization process:
Setup involves using the two physical buttons to navigate and confirm actions.
Setup uses the touchscreen for intuitive navigation and PIN entry.
The most critical step in securing your cryptocurrency:
Your recovery seed is the only way to restore your funds if your device is lost, stolen, or damaged. Follow these security practices:
After writing down your seed, Trezor will ask you to verify it by selecting the words in correct order. This ensures you have recorded it accurately.
Congratulations! Your Trezor device is now ready to use. You can:
Once comfortable with basic operations, consider these advanced features:
Trezor Model One is the original hardware wallet with two physical buttons and an OLED display. Trezor Model T features a color touchscreen, faster processor, microSD card slot, and USB-C connection. Both provide the same high level of security, but Model T offers a more user-friendly experience and supports more cryptocurrencies natively.
Yes, Trezor Suite is available as a mobile application for both iOS and Android devices. The mobile app allows you to monitor your portfolio and receive transactions. For sending transactions, you'll still need to connect your Trezor device to your phone using an OTG adapter (for Android) or a compatible lightning to USB adapter (for iOS).
If you lose your Trezor device but have your recovery seed safely stored, you can completely restore your wallet on a new Trezor device or any compatible wallet software. Your recovery seed is the master key to all your funds. This is why it's critically important to never lose your recovery seed and store it in a secure location.
Trezor devices support over 1,000 cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, Dash, Zcash, and all ERC-20 tokens. The exact number varies between Model One and Model T, with Model T supporting more assets natively. You can check the complete list of supported cryptocurrencies on the official Trezor website.
Yes, firmware updates are essential for security and should be installed when available. Trezor firmware updates include security patches, new features, and support for additional cryptocurrencies. The update process is designed to be secure and will never erase your device or require your recovery seed. Always ensure you're downloading updates only through the official Trezor Suite application.
Join millions of users worldwide who trust Trezor to protect their cryptocurrency investments with military-grade security.