Trezor Start — Official setup guide

1. Trezor Start — Quick start overview

Trezor Start guides you through a short, secure flow: get Trezor Suite, connect your device, verify authenticity, install firmware if required, create or recover a wallet, and make a secure wallet backup. The recommended path for the best experience is to use the official Trezor Suite desktop app; a browser web app is also available for convenience. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

2. Trezor Start — Step-by-step setup

Step A — Download Trezor Suite: For the full feature set and the most reliable device experience, download Trezor Suite for desktop or choose “Continue in browser” to use the web app. Trezor Suite is the official management app for firmware installation, wallet creation, and transaction signing. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Step B — Connect & authenticate: Connect your Trezor device using the supplied cable. The Suite will prompt you to authenticate the device and run a genuine-device check before proceeding — always complete this check and follow the on-screen prompts. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

Step C — Install firmware (if prompted): New devices may arrive without firmware; Suite will offer to install the latest official firmware during Trezor Start. Only install firmware from Trezor Suite or the official web app. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

Step D — Create a wallet or recover: Choose to create a new wallet or recover an existing one. If creating new, set a PIN on device, confirm it on the screen, and follow the backup workflow to record the wallet backup. If recovering, use the Suite’s guided recovery flow. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

Step E — Complete verification: After setup, Suite will show a confirmation that your Trezor is ready. Test by viewing the device’s addresses in Suite and by sending a small test transaction if you plan to transfer funds immediately. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

3. Trezor Start — Wallet backup & security

Trezor now uses the term wallet backup (instead of older terms such as "recovery seed") and provides structured guidance on how to store it safely. Your wallet backup is the single, offline artifact that allows wallet recovery; never store it digitally, never share it, and keep it physically secure. Follow Trezor’s documented best practices for backups and recovery. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

Security reminder: do not enter your wallet backup into websites, apps, or chat. Trezor support will never ask for your wallet backup or your device PIN. If you suspect compromise, stop and contact official Trezor support immediately. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

4. Trezor Start — Moving coins & next steps

Once your device is set up via Trezor Start and Suite, move funds from exchanges or hot wallets to addresses generated by your Trezor. Use small initial transfers, confirm transaction details on the device, and add networks or coins using Suite’s coin management tools. For advanced setups (multisig, Passphrase-protected wallets, Safe 3 integration), refer to the Trezor guides and follow each step carefully. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

5. Trezor Start — Support & official resources

If anything during Trezor Start appears unusual — tampered packaging, unexpected prompts, or mismatched firmware prompts — stop and consult official support. Trezor provides documentation, guides, and support channels to assist with onboarding and device authentication. Use only resources on trezor.io and the official Suite app for downloads and instructions. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}