Start Here — Initialize & Secure Your Device

Welcome to Trezor.io/Start | Official Start Page — Initialize Your Device™. This page walks you through the best, most secure way to initialize your Trezor device and begin taking custody of your digital assets. Proper initialization is the foundation of self-custody — it protects your private keys, prevents unauthorized access, and ensures you retain control.

Begin by downloading the official Trezor Suite application from this site and connecting your Trezor device by USB or USB-C. Trezor Suite is the verified desktop application that handles firmware installation, device setup, and safe transaction signing. It keeps sensitive operations on the device itself — never on the internet — providing a trusted environment for all crypto interactions.

During initial setup, Trezor Suite will prompt to install the latest firmware and create a new wallet. Choose a strong device PIN when prompted; this protects your hardware if it is ever physically lost or stolen. Next, the Suite will display your recovery seed — a series of 12, 18, or 24 words depending on your model — which is the single backup required to restore access to your wallet. Write this seed down carefully on paper or a metal backup and store it offline in a secure location. Never photograph or store the seed on a connected device.

After backup, confirm the recovery phrase when asked. This verification prevents accidental mistakes and ensures your seed is recorded correctly. Trezor also supports optional passphrase protection for an extra layer of security: it creates a hidden account that requires an additional secret phrase. If you choose to use a passphrase, record it securely — losing the passphrase means losing access to that hidden account.

Once your device is initialized, Trezor Suite will guide you to install coin-specific apps so you can manage Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other supported assets. The Suite’s interface provides portfolio views, transaction history, exchange integrations, and privacy-preserving features that help you maintain control without sacrificing convenience.

Security best practices include keeping firmware updated through Trezor Suite, verifying transaction details on the device screen before approving, and using a dedicated offline backup for seeds. Use multi-sig or passphrase options for higher-value storage strategies. Trezor is open-source and auditable, which gives an added level of transparency and trust that proprietary systems can’t match.

In short: download Trezor Suite, connect your device, install firmware, create and verify your recovery seed, set a PIN, and optionally enable passphrase protection. After these steps you’ll be ready to send, receive, and manage cryptocurrencies with confidence. If you ever need help, Trezor’s documentation and support community provide detailed guides and troubleshooting steps.

Why Proper Initialization Matters

Proper initialization prevents many common risks — including seed exposure, malware-based theft, and accidental data loss. The Trezor model prioritizes device-first verification so that transaction approvals happen on the hardware display itself. This simple design ensures attackers cannot trick you into signing unsafe transactions without your explicit confirmation.

Follow the official process on Trezor.io/Start and treat your recovery seed as the single truth of ownership. With the right habits — secure backup, verified firmware, and on-device confirmations — you’ll turn Trezor from a box to a fortress protecting your crypto.