This is the official **Trezor Start Page**, guiding every new user through the quick, mandatory steps to **Trezor Setup**. Follow the three simple steps below to activate your **Hardware Wallet** and achieve complete **secure crypto access** for your **Digital Assets**. Safety and **Self-Custody** begin here.
Begin Secure Wallet SetupTotal setup time: Less than 15 minutes.
Begin the process to **Initialize Your Trezor** by connecting it to your computer using the supplied USB cable. When you connect a new device, it will typically display a welcome message. This first physical connection is your chance to inspect the device. Ensure the packaging was intact and there are no signs of tampering. The **Trezor Setup** process is designed to prevent malicious pre-configuration, but physical verification is the first pillar of **secure crypto access**.
Your operating system should recognize the device immediately. If prompted, do not install any random drivers. The subsequent step, installing the **Trezor Suite**, will handle all necessary system requirements. This initial phase confirms the physical integrity before you load any software or begin managing **digital assets**.
The **Trezor Suite** is the required application for all **Hardware Wallet Initialization** and management. Crucially, you must download the official Suite application directly from the link provided on the **Trezor Start Page** or within the app's official documentation. **NEVER** download the Suite or any Bridge from a third-party website or search engine advertisement, as this is a common phishing vector targeting new users trying to achieve **Secure Wallet Setup**.
The Suite will guide you through firmware installation and ensure a **secure connection**. It runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux, providing a unified and dedicated environment for your **cryptocurrency management**. This application provides the vital interface needed to move from a connected device to an operational wallet holding your **digital assets** securely.
This is the most important step for long-term **Self-Custody**. Inside the **Trezor Suite**, select the "Create New Wallet" option to **Initialize Your Trezor**. The device will display your 12, 18, or 24-word **Recovery Seed**. This Seed is the single master key to your **digital assets**. You must write it down *physically* on the provided recovery cards and store them securely offline. Do not take photos or store it digitally.
Immediately following the seed creation, you will set a **PIN**. The PIN protects the device from physical theft. Remember: the **Recovery Seed** protects your funds in case the device is lost, while the PIN protects the device from unauthorized use. Mastering these two elements completes your **Secure Wallet Setup** and guarantees **secure crypto access**.
By following these steps from the **Trezor Start Page**, you ensure your **Hardware Wallet Initialization** is performed correctly, establishing a strong foundation for managing your **digital assets** with confidence and **Self-Custody**.
Achieving **Self-Custody** is the primary reason for using a **Trezor Hardware Wallet**, and a correct **Trezor Setup** is the key to unlocking this freedom. The process of **Creating a Recovery Seed** is non-negotiable and requires absolute privacy and diligence. Once the seed is generated and recorded, it must be stored in a fireproof, waterproof location away from your home or in multiple secure locations. This ensures that even in the event of a disaster, your **digital assets** are recoverable.
The **Hardware Wallet Initialization** also includes an essential step often overlooked: adding an optional **Passphrase**. While the **Recovery Seed** protects the core wallet, the Passphrase creates a hidden wallet, providing an extra layer of deniability and protection against sophisticated threats like a coerced recovery. Using this advanced feature, accessible through the **Trezor Suite** post-setup, significantly elevates your **secure crypto access** standards.
We strongly advise against using any pre-written, printed, or otherwise digital methods for recording the seed during the **Initialize Your Trezor** process. Physical inscription onto the provided cards is the only method that guarantees the seed's isolation from online systems. This adherence to strict, offline protocol guarantees your ability to manage your **digital assets** is based purely on cryptographic security, not on trusting centralized intermediaries.
Congratulations on completing the **Hardware Wallet Initialization** via the **Trezor Start Page**! Your **Secure Wallet Setup** is now complete, and you have achieved the highest level of **secure crypto access**. The next phase involves using the powerful features within the **Trezor Suite** for comprehensive **cryptocurrency management**.
Remember, the foundation of **Self-Custody** is your safely secured **Recovery Seed**. Never share it, and never store it digitally. Your **Trezor Setup** is only as secure as your seed storage.
Yes. Trezor devices are shipped without firmware installed. The official **Trezor Setup** process, guided by the **Trezor Suite**, involves installing the official, verified firmware. The device generates its **Recovery Seed** completely offline during **Hardware Wallet Initialization**. This process is cryptographically secure and ensures your device is pristine before you load any **digital assets**, guaranteeing a **Secure Wallet Setup**.
While the official cards are recommended, any non-digital, permanent medium is acceptable. Use a clean, new piece of paper and a pen to write down your seed during the **Initialize Your Trezor** step. Ensure the paper is durable and that the writing is legible. The absolute rule of **Secure Wallet Setup** is that the seed must never, under any circumstances, be photographed, stored on a computer, or typed into any online form.
The **Trezor Suite** utilizes the Trezor Bridge (often bundled during installation) to create a reliable and **secure connection** between the software interface and the USB-connected **Hardware Wallet**. Browsers and applications cannot natively access USB ports due to security restrictions. The Bridge acts as a trusted, local translator, ensuring seamless, **secure crypto access** while keeping your **digital assets** isolated and safe during the entire **Trezor Setup** process.
Skipping the PIN during the **Trezor Setup** is strongly discouraged. The PIN is crucial physical security. If your Trezor is lost or stolen, the PIN prevents an unauthorized user from immediately accessing your **digital assets**. While the **Recovery Seed** remains the ultimate backup, the PIN acts as the immediate barrier, essential for protecting your **secure crypto access** until you can recover your funds on a new device.
No, the **Hardware Wallet Initialization** is purely a security and device configuration process. You do not need any cryptocurrency to complete the **Trezor Setup** and **Initialize Your Trezor**. The main goal of the **Trezor Start Page** is to securely establish your wallet and **Create a Recovery Seed**. You can send **digital assets** to your wallet address after the setup is successfully completed.