You’ve taken the most important step towards securing your digital wealth. **Trezor.io/Start** is your official, step-by-step guide to initializing your new hardware wallet safely and correctly. This process is designed to be simple, taking approximately 15 minutes, but its security is paramount. **Follow these instructions carefully and only interact with your device as prompted on the Trezor screen.** Never enter your Recovery Seed anywhere but directly onto the Trezor device display when performing a genuine recovery. If you are prompted to enter your seed into a computer, it is a scam. Trust your Trezor, trust the process.
Open Trezor Suite to BeginConnect your Trezor to your computer using the provided USB cable. Download and install **Trezor Suite** (the only official interface) from a trusted source. The Suite will automatically guide you through an **authenticity check**, confirming your device is genuine and untampered. You will then be prompted to install the latest official firmware.
This is the most critical step. Your Trezor will generate a unique 12 or 24-word **Recovery Seed** (also known as a Wallet Backup). You must write these words down, *in order*, on the provided backup card. **Do not photograph, digitize, or store this seed on any internet-connected device.** This seed is your master key to restore your funds if your Trezor is lost or damaged. Store it securely offline.
You will be asked to set a unique **PIN** directly on the Trezor device. The PIN matrix changes every time for advanced security. This PIN protects your device from unauthorized physical access, meaning a thief cannot access your device, even if they possess it. Choose a strong, memorable number sequence (4-50 digits) and enter it only on the device screen as directed by the Suite interface.
Once your PIN is set and confirmed, the setup is complete. You can now access Trezor Suite, enable the cryptocurrencies you wish to manage (Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc.), and begin moving funds into your hardware wallet-secured accounts. Use the **Receive** tab in Trezor Suite to generate your first address and start the transfer. **Congratulations—you are now in full, secure control of your wealth.**
Before you transfer any significant crypto amount, we strongly recommend performing a **Test Recovery**. This involves intentionally wiping your device and restoring it using the Recovery Seed you just wrote down. This single act verifies that your backup is correct and provides absolute peace of mind. Simply go to **Settings > Device > Wipe Device** in Trezor Suite and follow the on-screen steps to restore your wallet using the Recovery Seed. If the restoration is successful, your account balances will reappear, confirming your master key is perfectly recorded. **Never skip this crucial step.** Trezor’s design mandates that all sensitive information is displayed only on the hardware screen—use this trusted display as your source of truth for all confirmations. We are here to guide you, but your due diligence secures your fortune. Welcome to the safest place for your crypto assets.
First, ensure you are using the original USB cable provided. Try plugging the device into a different USB port on your computer. If the issue persists, ensure your operating system and Trezor Suite app are fully up to date. Occasionally, a browser extension conflict (if using the web version) can interfere; try using the desktop application instead.
If you suspect an error, **do not proceed** until you are certain. The Recovery Seed is non-negotiable for future access. Wipe the device immediately via Trezor Suite, and restart the setup process from Step 1. A new, fresh Recovery Seed will be generated, which you must write down perfectly before proceeding to set your PIN.
While the core steps (Firmware, Backup, PIN) are the same, the method of confirmation (buttons vs. touchscreen) differs between models. Always follow the specific prompts shown on your actual Trezor device screen and the visual guide within Trezor Suite for the most accurate and secure process.