Your official guide to safely setting up your Trezor® hardware wallet
Trezor is one of the most trusted names in cryptocurrency security. If you're ready to take full control of your digital assets, this guide will walk you through how to properly initialize and secure your new Trezor device—whether it’s a Trezor Model One or Trezor Model T.
By the end of this guide, you’ll have a working wallet, backed up recovery keys, and the knowledge to manage your assets with confidence.
Make sure you have the following:
⚠️ Always purchase directly from trezor.io or official resellers to avoid counterfeit products.
This is the official and safest place to begin. It will redirect you to download Trezor Suite, the desktop app for managing your wallet.
Download Trezor Suite for your operating system and install it. This will be your control center for interacting with your device, checking balances, and making transactions.
Plug your device into your computer using the supplied USB cable. If your device doesn’t have firmware installed, the Suite will prompt you to install the latest version. Always confirm firmware actions directly on your device screen.
After firmware is installed, choose "Create new wallet." Trezor will generate a 12 or 24-word recovery seed. Write these down in the exact order they are shown—this seed is your only backup.
Do not save your seed digitally (e.g., on your phone, computer, or cloud). Use the provided recovery card or your own secure method. Store in multiple safe, offline locations.
Set a PIN code directly on the device. This PIN protects your wallet if your device is ever lost or stolen.
A passphrase is an advanced feature that adds an extra word only you know. This creates a “hidden wallet.” Be cautious—if you forget it, even your recovery seed won’t help.
If your recovery seed is secure, you can restore your wallet on a new device. Without the seed, funds are unrecoverable.
Yes, Trezor integrates with MetaMask for Ethereum and other EVM-based networks. Trezor acts as a signer, keeping your keys offline.
No. It’s recommended to store the device in a safe location and consider a fireproof container for your recovery seed.
Trezor supports 1000+ coins and tokens, including BTC, ETH, LTC, ADA, and ERC-20 tokens. See the official site for the latest list.
Once you’ve completed setup:
Using Trezor means putting security and self-custody first. By taking a few minutes to complete your device setup carefully, you’re protecting your future from hacks, theft, or exchange failures.
Stay informed. Back up everything securely. Never share your seed phrase. And always verify actions on your Trezor