Starting® Up® Your® Device® — Step-by-step Onboarding

Welcome to Trezor.io/Start, the official quick-start guide for starting up your device. This page covers everything from initial device connection to secure backup recovery. Follow the steps below to start your device safely and to protect your crypto with best-practice setup.

Why Starting® Up® Your® Device® with Trezor.io/Start matters

Starting up your device is the first and most critical step in protecting your digital assets. Trezor.io/Start is designed to give anyone clear instructions for the secure setup of their hardware wallet. When you start your device, you initialize the hardware wallet, create or restore a recovery seed, and learn the secure workflows for daily use. Keywords emphasized on this page include Trezor.io/Start, Starting Up Your Device, device setup, and backup recovery to help searchers find the exact guidance they need.

Quick Start — 5 Essential Steps to Start Your Device

  1. Unbox & Inspect: Unpack your device and inspect it for tamper evidence. Authentic packaging and seals reduce the risk of supply-chain tampering.
  2. Visit Trezor.io/Start: Open your browser and navigate to Trezor.io/Start (or use the official link in your documentation). This page will guide you through firmware checks and installation steps.
  3. Connect & Power: Use the supplied USB cable to connect your device; confirm the device boots and displays the welcome screen.
  4. Initialize Device: Choose to create a new wallet or recover an existing wallet. When creating a new wallet, the device will generate a recovery seed that you must store securely offline.
  5. Backup Recovery: Write down your recovery seed exactly as shown. This seed is the only way to recover your funds if the device is lost or damaged. Keep it offline and in a secure location.

Creating vs Restoring — Clear choices when you start your device

When you start your device you'll choose between creating a new wallet (generate a new recovery seed) or restoring a previous wallet using an existing recovery seed. Creating a new wallet is for new users starting their device for the first time. Restoring is for users who already have a recovery seed and want to start their device to regain access. Both paths are supported in Trezor.io/Start and the interface emphasizes clarity so you do not inadvertently reveal sensitive words during setup.

Backup Recovery — The single most important action

Backup recovery is central to starting your device. The recovery seed (usually 12, 18, or 24 words depending on your device and settings) is what allows recovery of funds. When you start your device, follow these rules:

  • Write the seed down on paper or a metal backup — never store the seed in cloud storage or a screenshot.
  • Keep multiple copies in physically separate, secure locations if your threat model requires it.
  • Test recovery on a secondary device in a controlled environment before storing the seed away permanently.

Security Tips While You Start Your Device

Starting up your device securely involves more than following on-screen prompts. Use these safety precautions when you start your device:

  • Only visit the official Trezor.io/Start URL — verify the domain and use HTTPS.
  • Do not enter recovery words into your computer — only enter them on the device or write them by hand when shown on the device screen.
  • Beware of phishing pages or fake setup guides. Bookmark the official start page after verifying it.
  • Keep firmware up-to-date after you start the device; updates often include important security fixes.

Accessibility & Ease — Designed for everyone starting a device

Trezor.io/Start aims to be accessible and friendly: large typography, clear prompts, and step-by-step visuals help people of all experience levels start their device. The content uses straightforward language so that "starting up your device" becomes a simple, low-stress process.

Guided Setup

Interactive walkthroughs that guide you when you start your device, from connection to PIN and seed generation.

Secure Defaults

Strong default settings and clear decisions during setup reduce mistakes while starting your device.

Recovery Education

Built-in advice on backup recovery and seed management while you start your device.

Compatibility

Works with desktop and browser flows — follow the Trezor.io/Start instructions tailored to your platform when you start.

Troubleshooting When You Start

If you encounter issues when starting your device — device not recognized, firmware prompts, or unexpected messages — follow the troubleshooting steps on the Trezor.io/Start page. Common fixes include trying a different USB cable, using a different port, or reinstalling required bridge software for desktop integrations. If problems persist, consult official support channels before proceeding with any advanced recovery.

Final Notes — Start Your Device Confidently

Starting® Up® Your® Device® using Trezor.io/Start is the recommended way to initialize your hardware wallet with secure defaults, clear backup recovery guidance, and protective advice. Remember the core keywords from this page when you search for help: Trezor.io/Start, Starting Up Your Device, device setup, backup recovery, and secure setup. These keywords help users find the right instructions when they need to start their device.