Welcome to Trezor.io/start: Your First Step into Crypto Security

Trezor.io/start is the official onboarding portal for setting up your Trezor hardware wallet. This guide will walk you through everything from unboxing to full wallet control—securely and confidently.

What Is Trezor.io/start?

Trezor.io/start is the official start page provided by SatoshiLabs for users to initialize their Trezor hardware wallets. Whether you're using the Trezor Model T or Trezor One, this portal ensures you're using genuine firmware, avoiding scams, and setting up your wallet in the most secure way possible.

Unlike other wallets, the Trezor Suite ecosystem requires physical hardware, giving you offline, hacker-proof protection over your crypto assets.

How to Get Started at Trezor.io/start

Step 1: Visit trezor.io/start from your browser. Confirm you're on the official domain with a secure connection.

Step 2: Select your device model — Trezor One or Trezor Model T.

Step 3: Download and install the Trezor Suite for your operating system (Windows, macOS, Linux).

Step 4: Connect your device via USB and follow the prompts to install or verify firmware.

Step 5: Create a new wallet or recover an existing one using your recovery seed.

Step 6: Secure your wallet with a PIN and optionally enable a passphrase for hidden wallets.

Why Trezor.io/start Is the Only Safe Setup Path

Setting up your Trezor through unofficial software or third-party websites can expose you to risks like phishing, fake firmware, and malware. Trezor.io/start guarantees that you’re interacting directly with SatoshiLabs’ secure infrastructure.

Once you install Trezor Suite from this path, you can:

Verify your device's authenticity.
Update to the latest secure firmware.
Avoid counterfeit apps or browser extensions.

Official vs Unofficial Setup: Why It Matters

Feature	Trezor.io/start	Third-Party Setup
Authenticity Check	✓ Verified Hardware & Firmware	✗ Possible Fake or Malicious Software
Secure Firmware Installation	✓ Direct from SatoshiLabs	✗ Potentially Backdoored
Recovery Seed Safety	✓ User-Only Knowledge	✗ Seed Could Be Compromised
Privacy Protection	✓ No Data Collection	✗ Unknown Tracking or Logging

“Think of Trezor.io/start like a car dealership handing you the keys—directly and securely. Going anywhere else is like grabbing car keys off the sidewalk and hoping for the best.”

Pro Tips for First-Time Trezor Users

Never take a photo of your recovery seed. Write it down on paper or engrave it in metal.
Enable passphrase protection for hidden wallets and plausible deniability.
Bookmark trezor.io/start to avoid phishing links in the future.
Update firmware regularly using Suite’s built-in updater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I need an internet connection to use Trezor?

A: Yes, for downloading Trezor Suite and firmware updates. However, your private keys always stay offline on the hardware device.