Trezor.io/Start โ€” Startingยฎ Upยฎ Yourยฎ Deviceยฎ (Emoji Presentation)

A friendly, structured HTML presentation to guide users through the first-time setup of their Trezor hardware wallet โ€” using clear steps, helpful emojis, and concise security tips.

๐Ÿš€ Quick Overview

This page explains how to start your Trezor device safely. Itโ€™s written to be concise and easily scannable โ€” great for sharing, printing, or embedding in onboarding flows.

  • What you need: Trezor device, computer or phone, official cable. โš™๏ธ
  • Goal: create a secure wallet and backup your recovery phrase. ๐Ÿ”‘
  • Time: ~10โ€“15 minutes. โฑ๏ธ

1. ๐Ÿ“ฆ Unbox & Inspect

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Unbox the device โ€” confirm the tamper-evident seal is intact.

  • Check packaging for damage. ๐Ÿ”
  • If something looks wrong, contact support before connecting. ๐Ÿ“ž

2. ๐Ÿ”Œ Connect & Visit

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Connect your Trezor to your computer or mobile device using the cable supplied.

  • Open your browser and go to trezor.io/start. ๐ŸŒ
  • Always type the address yourself โ€” avoid links from emails or social media. โœ‹

3. ๐Ÿงญ Follow On-Screen Setup

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The website will guide you through firmware checks and initial setup. Pay attention to the device screen prompts โ€” they are the source of truth.

  • Install any official updates when prompted. ๐Ÿ”„
  • Do not install random apps or drivers. ๐Ÿšซ

4. โœ๏ธ Create PIN & Backup

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Create a PIN on the device โ€” this prevents unauthorized use if the device is lost.

Write down your recovery phrase on paper using the card provided โ€” never store it digitally.

  • Do not take photos, screenshots, or store the phrase in cloud notes. ๐Ÿ“ต
  • Consider splitting the phrase across two secure locations if you need redundancy. ๐Ÿ—‚๏ธ

5. โœ… Verify & Test

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Once setup completes, verify the device shows your wallet address when asked. Send a small test transaction to confirm everything works.

  • Use a tiny amount first (e.g., a few cents worth). ๐Ÿ’ธ
  • Confirm the receiving address on the Trezor display before approving. ๐Ÿ‘€

Security Essentials ๐Ÿ”

A short checklist to keep your assets safe:

  • Never share your recovery phrase. Ever. โ—
  • Keep firmware updated via official site only. ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ
  • Use a strong, memorable PIN and enable passphrase if you want extra protection. ๐Ÿง 
  • Store backups in secure, separate locations (safe, deposit box). ๐Ÿฆ

Troubleshooting & Tips ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ

  • Device not recognized? Try a different USB port or cable. ๐Ÿ”Œ
  • Seeing an unexpected prompt? Disconnect and restart setup from trezor.io/start. ๐Ÿ”
  • Lost recovery phrase? Treat funds as inaccessible โ€” the phrase is the only way to restore. โš ๏ธ

Summary โ€” Keep it Simple โœจ

Starting your Trezor is straightforward: unbox, connect to trezor.io/start, follow the on-screen steps, create a PIN, write down the recovery phrase, and verify with a small transaction. This presentation uses friendly emojis to make each step memorable; feel free to adapt the copy for guides, emails, or onboarding slides.

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