Trezor.io/Start® | Starting Up Your Device

Introduction

Welcome to your Trezor® hardware wallet setup guide. In this guide, we will take you step-by-step through the process of starting up your Trezor device safely and securely. Using this guide, you will be able to:

Initialize your Trezor device
Set up a PIN and recovery seed
Install necessary applications
Ensure maximum security for your cryptocurrency assets

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Step 1: Unboxing Your Trezor Device

What’s inside the box

When you open your Trezor box, you will find:

Trezor device
USB cable
Recovery seed cards
Instructions manual

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Step 2: Connecting Your Device

Connecting to a computer

Use the supplied USB cable to connect your Trezor device to your computer. Once connected, your Trezor will power on automatically.

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Step 3: Initializing Your Device

Starting the setup

Open your browser and go to trezor.io/start. Follow the on-screen instructions to initialize your device.

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Step 4: Creating Your PIN

Choosing a strong PIN is crucial. Make sure it’s memorable but not easily guessable. Your PIN helps protect your device from unauthorized access.

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Step 5: Setting Up Your Recovery Seed

The recovery seed is a list of 12–24 words. Write these words down in the exact order provided and store them in a secure location. Never take a screenshot or store them digitally.

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Step 6: Installing Wallet Apps

Depending on the cryptocurrencies you want to manage, you can install relevant wallet apps directly from Trezor Suite.

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Step 7: Securing Your Trezor Device

Security is paramount. Keep your device firmware updated and never share your recovery seed.

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Conclusion

By following this guide, your Trezor® device is now securely set up. Remember to always follow security best practices and stay updated with Trezor official guidelines.

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