Initializing your Trezor wallet is the most critical step in securing your cryptocurrency. This guide provides the official, step-by-step process to ensure your device is set up correctly and safely.
Always start your setup here. Do not use third-party links.
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Go to the official Trezor start page and download the **Trezor Suite** desktop application for the best experience. Alternatively, you can use the web app.
Connect your Trezor device to your computer. Your device is shipped without firmware. Follow the on-screen instructions in Trezor Suite to install the **latest official firmware**. Always verify the firmware fingerprint displayed on the Suite against the one on your physical device screen (if applicable to your model).
Select **"Create new wallet"**. If you have an existing wallet, you would choose "Recover wallet." For a first-time setup, "Create new wallet" is mandatory.
You will be instructed to write down your **Recovery Seed** (or Wallet Backup). This is a list of 12, 18, 20, or 24 words. **Write this down carefully** on the provided recovery cards and store it in a secure, offline location. **Never** take a photo of it or store it digitally.
Set a strong **PIN** for physical protection of your device. The PIN is entered using a shuffled number grid that appears on your computer screen, mapping to a static number grid on your Trezor device. This prevents keyloggers from capturing your PIN.
Finalize the setup, choose which coins to activate in Trezor Suite, and your device is ready to use! Remember, your funds are secured by the Recovery Seed, not the device itself.
Trezor Suite is the official, secure desktop or web application designed by Trezor for managing your wallet. It ensures that all sensitive operations are handled safely between your computer and the hardware wallet.
The Recovery Seed (or Wallet Backup) is the **master key** to your entire wallet. It is a sequence of words that can be used to restore access to your funds if your Trezor device is lost, stolen, or broken. It must be kept **offline and highly secure** at all times.
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Consult the Trezor official guides for advanced features like Passphrase (Hidden Wallet) and coin staking.