Trézor.io/start® is the official onboarding portal for new Trezor hardware wallets, such as the Trezor Model One and Model T. It guides users step by step through the essential setup process—downloading software, installing firmware, securing backups, setting a PIN, and activating coins. The entire setup typically takes around 10–15 minutes and ensures your crypto assets are protected and ready for use
Before beginning setup, make sure you have:
A compatible Trezor device (Model One, Model T, Safe 3, or Safe 5)
Trezor Suite desktop or web app
The original USB cable
The recovery‑seed card provided in the box
Open the Trézor.io/start® portal and follow the guidance to choose your device type. This official site ensures you’re beginning the setup securely and avoiding phishing risks .
When connected, the Trezor device often arrives without firmware installed. Trezor Suite prompts you to install the latest firmware, with confirmations on both your screen and device. After firmware installation, choose “Create new wallet.” The Suite then guides you through establishing a secure backup using the 12‑ or 24‑word recovery phrase
The backup process asks you to write down the words in order, confirm a subset, and store the recovery card offline. This recovery phrase is essential and should never be shared electronically
Once the wallet backup is confirmed, Trezor Suite prompts you to set a PIN. You enter the PIN twice using a randomized keypad on the device screen—this prevents keyloggers from capturing your entry
After your PIN is established, the interface lets you select which coins to display in the Suite. You can customize this later in Settings, based on the digital assets you hold
If your device has been used before—or if you forgot the PIN—you can choose “Recover wallet” or “Wipe device” options during setup. Recovery involves selecting the number of words in your seed (e.g., 12 or 24) and entering them in order to restore access
Using “Wipe device” resets the Trezor to factory settings; firmware may remain, and you can then either recover or create a new wallet
Common setup issues include:
Device not detected: check cable integrity, use different USB ports, avoid hubs, ensure Trezor Bridge or Suite is running
Bootloader mode loop: reconnect on another computer and update firmware via Suite
These simple steps often resolve setup interruptions or hardware detection problems.
The Trézor.io/start® portal provides a secure, structured introduction to initializing a Trezor hardware wallet. By guiding users through firmware installation, recovery‑seed backup, PIN setup, and coin activation, it ensures proper security and readiness in just a few minutes. Whether you're setting up a brand‑new device or recovering a previous wallet, following these procedures builds a strong foundation for managing crypto assets safely.