A short, green-themed presentation to get your Trezor up and running safely — with emojis 😄🌿
Hardware wallets like Trezor keep your private keys offline so hackers can't easily access them. Think of it as a secure vault for your crypto — you control the keys, not an exchange.
When you open the box you should see the device, a USB-C cable (or micro-USB on older models), recovery seed cards, and quick-start guides. Inspect seals and packaging for tampering.
Never share your 12/24-word recovery phrase. A recovery phrase written on paper is safer than storing it digitally. Use a strong PIN and keep firmware up to date.
Plug it into your computer or phone using the included cable. Visit trezor.io/start and follow the on-screen installer prompts to open Trezor Suite or the web setup.
Follow the prompts to install official firmware. This ensures your device uses the latest security fixes. If the site prompts for firmware, allow it — but only from the official Trezor source.
Choose a PIN you'll remember. The PIN protects your device if it’s physically lost or stolen. Enter it on-device, not on your computer for added security.
Write the 12 or 24 words on the supplied card (or a metal backup). Keep it somewhere safe and offline. This phrase recovers your wallet if the device is lost or damaged.
The device will ask to confirm a few words — this ensures you copied the phrase correctly. Never share the phrase with anyone claiming to 'help'.
Trezor Suite (desktop/web) lets you manage accounts, send/receive crypto, and view settings. Authorize transactions on the device itself for extra safety.
Send a tiny test transaction to confirm everything works. Once confirmed, you can transfer larger amounts. Practice makes confident users! 💪
Authorize every transaction using the device screen. Use the built-in address verification on the device before confirming an outgoing transfer. Consider creating multiple accounts (for savings, spending, or different coins).