Getting Started with Trezor Suite®

Overview

Welcome to Trezor Suite®. Whether you are migrating from a different wallet or setting up a hardware wallet for the first time, this guide helps you complete initial setup, secure your recovery seed, connect to networks, and make your first test transaction. Trezor Suite is the desktop/web application designed to work with Trezor hardware wallets; for downloads and official documentation see the links at the bottom of this page.

Unboxing and First Inspection

When your device arrives, inspect packaging for tamper-evidence. Official shipments from the manufacturer come with a sealed box and tamper-resistant outer packaging. Verify the box has not been opened, and compare serial numbers on the box and device. If anything looks suspicious, contact the vendor or official support immediately at support.trezor.io.

Initial Setup — Step by Step

Follow these steps to set up your device and Trezor Suite:

1. Download Trezor Suite — go to the official download page (suite.trezor.io) and install the desktop app or use the web app in a secure browser session.
2. Connect the Device — connect your Trezor to your computer using the included USB cable. The Suite will detect the device and guide you through firmware checks.
3. Verify Firmware — always install or verify the latest firmware using on-screen instructions. Trezor Suite will validate the firmware signature for you.
4. Create a New Wallet or Recover — choose whether to create a new wallet (generates a new recovery seed) or recover an existing wallet using your seed phrase.
5. Write Down Your Recovery Seed — the device displays a recovery seed (typically 12, 18, or 24 words). Write these words down on the provided recovery card — do not store them electronically. For more on secure storage of seeds, consult the official security resources linked below.
6. Set a PIN — create a device PIN to lock the hardware. Use a PIN you can remember but that is not guessable. Longer is stronger; avoid common sequences.

Best Practices for Recovery Seed

Your recovery seed is the ultimate backup for your coins. Treat it like a physical key:

• Write it by hand and store the paper in a safe deposit box or another secure physical location.
• Do not photograph or copy the seed to cloud storage or email.
• Consider split backups or steel backup plates for improved physical durability.
• If you use a third-party backup service, verify its security model and prefer offline physical backups over online ones.

Using Trezor Suite — Interface Basics

Trezor Suite provides portfolio views, transaction history, coin management, and tools for connecting to exchanges or third-party apps. Key sections include:

• Wallets — manage accounts for different cryptocurrencies.
• Send & Receive — build transactions using local signing on the device; verify details on the Trezor display before approving.
• Exchange — connect to integrated exchange providers if you want to swap assets directly (review fees and provider terms first).
• Settings — configure coin-specific options, display preferences, and advanced features like passphrase protection.

First Transaction (Safe Test)

Before sending large amounts, always perform a small test transaction. Steps:

1. Open the Receive tab and generate a new address. Verify the address on your Trezor device screen matches the address shown in Suite.
2. Send a small amount from an exchange or another wallet to that address.
3. Once confirmed on-chain, practice sending the funds back or to a new address to get comfortable with the flow and confirmation times.

Passphrase (Optional Advanced Security)

Trezor supports an optional passphrase which acts as a 25th word and creates hidden wallets. Use this only if you understand the security model: if you forget the passphrase you will permanently lose access to the hidden wallet. For many users, proper physical protection of the seed is sufficient. More about passphrases is available at the official knowledge base.

Firmware & Software Updates

Keep device firmware and Trezor Suite up to date. Updates include important security fixes and new coin support. Only update using the official Suite app and confirm prompts on-device. Never follow unsolicited firmware links or files from unknown sources.

Troubleshooting & Support

If the device does not respond, try the following:

• Use the original USB cable and a high-quality USB port (avoid cheap hubs initially).
• Restart your computer and relaunch Trezor Suite.
• Check the official troubleshooting guides at support.trezor.io or community forums.

Security Checklist

Before storing substantial funds, confirm:

• Your recovery seed is written down and stored securely.
• You installed verified firmware using the Suite.
• You tested sending and receiving with small amounts.
• You understand and documented your PIN and optional passphrase procedures.

Advanced Tips

For power users:

• Use coin-specific expert settings to customize fees and transaction construction.
• Integrate with software that supports hardware wallet signing if you need multi-sig or advanced custody setups. See the developer and community resources below for compatibility guides.
• Consider multi-location backups and steel recovery plates for resistance against fire, water, and long-term decay.

Where to Learn More

Official links and resources: the manufacturer site for product details, the Suite web app for interacting with your device, and the knowledge base for articles and tutorials. Below are curated starting points to help you continue learning and staying secure:

Final Notes

Hardware wallets significantly reduce the attack surface compared to software-only custody, but they are not a panacea. Security depends on good operational practices: physical protection of the device and seed, using secure computers, and verifying all transaction details on the device screen. Use the official resources and follow the checklist above — and welcome to safer self-custody.