Trezor.io/Start Guide – Secure Your Crypto Assets with Step-by-Step Wallet Setup

1. Prepare — Unboxing and safety checks 1

Before you plug anything in: verify package integrity, purchase only from official retailers, and keep your recovery area private.

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  Buy official: Purchase from trezor.io or known resellers only.
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  Inspect packaging: Tamper-evident seals should be intact; do not use if damaged.
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  Safe workspace: Choose a private, offline-friendly place to write down your seed.

2. Initialize your Trezor device 2

This covers device setup: firmware checks, creating a new wallet, and setting up a PIN.

1. Connect and visit official app: Use the official Trezor web app (or Trezor Suite app). Do not follow third-party links you find in search. The official site is trezor.io/start.
2. Firmware verification: The app will verify device firmware before proceeding. Approve on device screen.
3. Create a new wallet: Choose "Create new"; the device will generate a recovery seed.
4. Set a PIN: Pick a PIN you can remember but is not guessable and never write it with your recovery seed.

// Example: pseudo-steps the device shows when initializing
1. Connect device
2. Verify firmware version
3. Choose "Create new"
4. Write down 12/24 word seed
5. Confirm the words on the device
6. Set a PIN
          

This guide references the official flow but intentionally does not reproduce device screens verbatim — always follow the prompts shown on your physical device.

3. Backup and recovery seed best practices 3

Backing up your recovery seed correctly is the most important thing you can do. Losing it means losing funds.

1. Write every word exactly as shown and keep the order.
2. Confirm the words when prompted by the device.
3. Consider multiple geographically separated backups.

4. Connect to wallets and apps 4

Once initialized, you can connect to supported wallet apps (e.g., Trezor Suite, MetaMask with hardware support, or exchange integrations that support hardware wallets).

If a website asks for your recovery seed, it's a scam. Close the browser and disconnect your device.

5. Notes related to ledger.com/start — quick comparison

Both Trezor and Ledger provide hardware wallet solutions. This section highlights similarities and differences to help users coming from ledger.com/start or considering both.

Choosing between them depends on your threat model. For many users both are excellent — prioritize buying from official stores, following firmware checks, and protecting your recovery seed.

6. Troubleshooting & common mistakes

Shortcuts people regret and how to fix common issues.

• Forgot PIN: Many devices offer a limited retry count; you may need to reset device and restore from seed.
• Lost seed: If lost and you still have access to device accounts, move funds to a new wallet immediately.
• Firmware error: Reboot the device, try a different cable, and use the official app.