Keep it offline
Write it down when your device shows it. Don’t type it into websites, notes apps, or messages.
A friendly step-by-step guide to setting up your Trezor hardware wallet—with your security, and your recovery seed, always in your hands.
Take each step at your own pace. Nothing here needs your recovery words, PIN, or private information.
Unbox your device and connect it directly to your computer with a data-capable USB cable.
Use a trusted computer and a direct USB port where possible. Your device should display its welcome screen when it powers on.
Your recovery seed is the master backup to your wallet. Anyone who gets it can take your funds. Keep it offline, private, and yours alone.
Learn about recovery seedsWrite it down when your device shows it. Don’t type it into websites, notes apps, or messages.
Never share it with support, friends, or a website. A legitimate support agent will never need it.
Confirm sensitive actions on the physical screen. Pause if anything looks unexpected.
This is an independent educational setup walkthrough and is not operated by Trezor. Always verify that you are on trezor.io before downloading software or taking action.