Trezor.io/Start®

Guide to Setting Up Your Trezor Device

1. Unboxing Your Trezor Device

When you receive your Trezor device, ensure that the packaging is intact and free from tampering. Inside the box, you should find the Trezor hardware wallet, a USB cable, a recovery seed card, and an instruction manual.

2. Connecting Your Trezor Device

  1. Go to Trezor.io/start: Open a web browser and navigate to trezor.io/start.

  2. Download and Install Trezor Bridge: Trezor Bridge is the software that allows your Trezor device to communicate with your computer. Follow the instructions to download and install it on your operating system.

3. Setting Up Your Trezor Device

  1. Connect Your Trezor: Use the USB cable to connect your Trezor device to your computer.

  2. Open Trezor Wallet: Go to wallet.trezor.io in your web browser.

  3. Initialize Your Device: Follow the on-screen prompts to initialize your Trezor device. You will be guided through the process of setting up a new wallet or restoring an existing one.

4. Creating a New Wallet

  1. Choose Create New Wallet: If you are setting up your Trezor for the first time, select the option to create a new wallet.

  2. Backup Your Recovery Seed: Your Trezor will generate a 24-word recovery seed. Write these words down on the recovery seed card provided and store it in a secure location. This seed is crucial for recovering your wallet if your device is lost or damaged.

  3. Confirm Your Recovery Seed: Trezor will ask you to confirm the recovery seed by selecting the words in the correct order. This step ensures that you have correctly noted the seed.

5. Setting Up a PIN

  1. Set a PIN: You will be prompted to set up a PIN for your Trezor device. Choose a secure PIN that you can remember, as you will need it to access your device.

  2. Confirm the PIN: Enter the PIN again to confirm it.

6. Using Your Trezor Wallet

  1. Accessing Your Wallet: Once your Trezor device is set up, you can access your wallet through the Trezor Wallet interface.

  2. Receiving Funds: To receive funds, click on the ‘Receive’ tab to generate a new receiving address.

  3. Sending Funds: To send funds, click on the ‘Send’ tab and enter the recipient's address and the amount you wish to send. Confirm the transaction on your Trezor device.

7. Security Tips

  1. Keep Your Recovery Seed Safe: Never share your recovery seed with anyone and store it in a secure, offline location.

  2. Update Firmware Regularly: Check for firmware updates regularly to ensure your Trezor device has the latest security features.

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