Quick, secure, and official — a friendly walkthrough to get your hardware wallet online and safe.
Inspect packaging and the device carefully. Trezor devices ship without firmware installed — if seals look tampered with or anything seems off, contact support and do not proceed. Authenticity and physical integrity matter before any connection.
Official start page & safety resources linked below for verification and vendor guidance.
Trezor Suite is the official companion app — it provides the easiest, most secure onboarding: firmware install, wallet creation, and management. You can also opt for the web app, but the desktop Suite gives the most stable experience. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Download the Trezor Suite desktop app, or click “Continue in browser” on the official start page.
Follow on-screen prompts; connect your Trezor with the supplied cable when asked.
New devices typically ship without firmware. The Suite will prompt you to install the latest firmware — accept and follow prompts. Firmware updates are essential for security and functionality. Always ensure you use the official Suite for firmware. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Do not interrupt a firmware installation. Power loss or disconnect during firmware flashing can permanently erase the device.
During setup you will be shown a wallet backup (formerly called recovery seed). Write it down on paper (or a steel backup) — never store digitally. Trezor provides guidance on backups and how to use them. Follow the official guidance for long-term safety. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
A device PIN prevents local access to the Trezor. Choose a PIN you can remember but that is not easily guessed. Trezor also supports advanced passphrase features — treat a passphrase like a separate secret (if used, losing it means losing that wallet). Official docs cover PIN and passphrase usage in depth. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
To receive: generate an address in Suite and verify it on the device display. To send: confirm recipient address on the device screen (do not trust computer-only displays). Move test funds first to confirm everything works.
Use Trezor Suite for transaction history, swapping, and integration with third-party services where supported. Official compatibility and guides are on the website. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
When presenting, emphasize live verification: open the official start page in front of the audience, show the Suite interface, and perform the basic steps (without revealing any secrets). Use the official links above as references during the demo.