Begin at Trezor.io/start — A Step-by-Step Guide
Trezor.io/start is the official starting point for new users who want to set up a Trezor hardware wallet safely and reliably. The guide at Trezor.io/start walks you through unboxing, firmware verification, PIN setup, recovery seed generation, and basic transaction flows. This page is intentionally designed as a concise, practical companion to the device — focused on protection against physical tampering and software-based threats.
When you first power on your Trezor device, connect it directly to a trusted computer and open a browser to Trezor.io/start. At that URL you’ll find the official onboarding tool which verifies the device’s firmware signature, helps you create a strong PIN, and guides you when writing down your recovery seed. The recovery seed is generated offline on the device and displayed on its screen; the website ensures you confirm each step.
A common beginner question is: “Can I import my old wallet?” Yes — the import or recovery process is included in the onboarding flow and is also available later in the device settings. The import process often requires the original recovery phrase, optionally together with passphrase settings, which you should only enter on the device itself or within the official software interface — never in a browser field or third-party application.
Good security practice starts with verification. At Trezor.io/start you’ll find instructions to verify your device visually and cryptographically. Always ensure the device shows a green check or an expected firmware version during the first run. If the device requests actions that are inconsistent with the official guide, that may be a sign to disconnect and contact official support.
The site also covers backup strategies and how to make your recovery robust: write the words legibly on multiple durable copies (metal backups are common for long-term resilience). It explains how to store backups in different secure locations and how to test restoring from them without exposing keys to the internet. The onboarding flow will never ask you to upload the seed or send it over messaging platforms.
For users migrating from other wallets, Trezor provides import compatibility for many standards — including BIP39 seeds and extended key formats. If your prior wallet uses unique derivation paths or custom scripts, consult the advanced section on Trezor.io/start which explains how to import safely while preserving addresses. If you plan to use a passphrase, read the passphrase section carefully: a passphrase is a powerful optional layer that effectively creates a hidden wallet; losing it means losing access, and revealing it defeats the privacy purpose.
The article at Trezor.io/start emphasizes operational security: keep your PIN private, use a passphrase only when you understand the trade-offs, and perform firmware updates only from the official site. The guide details the update flow if you need newer firmware, and it instructs how to confirm update signatures directly on the device, eliminating reliance on third-party code.
Finally, the site links to community resources, troubleshooting steps, and official support if anything unexpected occurs. New users often appreciate the clear step-by-step screenshots, bullet lists, and downloadable checklists found on Trezor.io/start. If you follow those steps carefully, you’ll minimize the most common mistakes and be operational with a strong safety posture within minutes.
Use this blog as a companion summary, and always default to the live official instructions at Trezor.io/start for the most up-to-date flows and security notices. Your keys, after all, are literally your responsibility to keep safe.