Trezor.io/Start | Official Getting Started Guide™

1. Quick overview — what this guide covers (H2)

This guide provides a beginner-friendly walkthrough of the key steps to start using a Trezor hardware wallet via the official start page. It focuses on practical setup, security best practices, and how to validate your recovery process. The language uses headings (H1 to H5) for structure so you can adapt the content for slides, printable handouts, or web pages.

Why a hardware wallet? (H3)

A hardware wallet like Trezor stores private keys offline, greatly reducing the risk of remote theft. You keep your seed (recovery phrase) physically secure, and you only sign transactions from the device itself. This is the best practice for long-term crypto custody.

What you'll need before you begin (H4)

Your new Trezor device and its USB cable.
A computer or mobile device with an up-to-date browser.
A quiet space and a pen + paper or a metal backup for your recovery phrase.

Safety-first reminder (H5)

Never share your 24-word recovery phrase. Trezor or any legitimate service will never ask for it. Keep multiple backups in geographically separate, secure locations.

2. Step-by-step setup (H2)

Step 1 — Visit the official start site (H3)

Open your browser and go to the official getting started URL below. Always verify the address and the SSL lock. Click only the official links listed here.

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Step 2 — Unbox and connect (H3)

Unbox carefully. Confirm packaging seals and tamper-evidence. Connect the device to your computer using the provided cable, and follow any on-device prompts. The Trezor will show the official Trezor logo when genuine.

Step 3 — Install firmware and create a new wallet (H3)

Follow the website instructions to install or confirm the latest firmware. Create a new wallet on the device and write down the recovery phrase exactly as shown. This is usually 12 or 24 words depending on the model and configuration.

Step 4 — Confirm the recovery phrase (H3)

After recording your recovery phrase, the device will ask you to confirm words to ensure accurate backup. This is critical — do not skip it. Use a metal backup product if you want a fire/water/physical theft-resistant backup.

Step 5 — Use with your chosen wallet apps (H3)

Trezor works with multiple wallets and services. Choose compatible, well-reviewed wallet software and verify integration steps on the official start page. Always double-check the receiving addresses on the device screen before sending funds.

3. Security highlights (H2)

PINs & passphrases (H3)

Set a strong PIN on your device. Optionally enable a passphrase for an additional hidden wallet layer. Remember: losing both the recovery phrase and passphrase will lock you out permanently.

Physical and operational security (H4)

Keep backups in separate physical locations. Limit who sees your device or recovery materials. Use tamper-evident bags if transporting.

Phishing and verification (H5)

Beware of phishing sites. Only use trusted links such as the repeated official links above. Verify the device fingerprint or QR challenge when prompted by services.

4. Troubleshooting at a glance (H3)

Device not recognized: try another cable/port and update drivers.
Firmware update fails: ensure stable internet and do not unplug the device during the process.
Lost recovery phrase: if you don't have backups, funds are irrecoverable — keep multiple backups.

Open the Official Start Guide

5. Best practices & long-term care (H2)

Treat your hardware wallet like a safe. Check your backups yearly. Practice restoring to a test device (without funds) to ensure your backup is accurate. Keep firmware updated and subscribe to official channels for security advisories.

Sharing & estate planning (H3)

If you need heirs to access funds in the future, design a legal and safe plan that may include a multi-signature solution, a trusted custodian, or a legally documented recovery workflow. Avoid writing your recovery phrase in obvious places or storing it only digitally.

Advanced users — multi-sig and passphrases (H4)

Advanced users benefit from multi-signature setups and segregating holdings across several devices. Passphrase-protected hidden wallets allow plausible deniability but increase operational complexity — document carefully.

References and resources (H5)

Use the official links above for the most up-to-date instructions, firmware downloads, and support.

Note: This presentation-style HTML is designed to be copied into a file (e.g., trezor-start-presentation.html) and opened in any modern browser. The repeated official links point to the same trusted start URL to reduce the risk of mistyping when presenting.