TREZOR.IO/START | GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR OFFICIAL TREZOR® DEVICE

Phase 1: The Secure Gateway – Trezor.io/Start and Trezor Suite

Your security is paramount, and it starts with the correct software installation. By strictly using the official starting URL, Trezor.io/Start, you ensure you download the legitimate **Trezor Suite** application. **Trezor Suite** is the dedicated, isolated management interface developed by SatoshiLabs to facilitate all communication between your computer and your **Trezor hardware wallet** (Model One or Model T).

The core philosophy of **Trezor®** is **offline key generation and signing**. Your **private keys** remain confined within the secure hardware environment of the Trezor device. **Trezor Suite** simply provides a trusted, intuitive, and feature-rich environment to manage your accounts, leaving the critical cryptographic operations to the device itself.

Mandatory Pre-Setup Security Checklist

• **Official Download:** Navigate only to Trezor.io/Start to download the **Trezor Suite** application for your operating system.
• **Device Inspection:** Carefully examine the packaging of your **Trezor device**. Look for any signs of tampering, such as broken seals, re-glued boxes, or pre-connected components.
• **Recovery Materials:** Ensure you have the blank **Recovery Seed** cards and a pen ready. This is an entirely manual, offline step.
• **Isolated Environment:** Perform the setup in a private location, away from cameras, people, or recording devices.

After installing **Trezor Suite**, launch the application. It will immediately recognize your connected **Trezor hardware wallet** and guide you to select **"Create new wallet"** to begin the initialization process. The software ensures that all subsequent steps adhere to Trezor's rigorous **crypto security** standards.

Phase 2: The Core of Security – Generating Your Recovery Seed and PIN

This phase is where your **self-custody** is born. The **Trezor device** will generate a unique sequence of 12, 18, or 24 words known as the **Recovery Seed**. This seed is the ultimate **backup** for all the **private keys** associated with your wallet. It must be created and recorded while the device is in isolation, ensuring it has never touched the internet.

The Essential Offline Initialization Protocol

1. **Connect and Select Setup:** Connect your **Trezor** and select **"Create new wallet"** in **Trezor Suite**. The Suite will prompt for firmware installation if necessary, ensuring your device is up-to-date.
2. **Generate Recovery Seed:** The device will instruct you to begin the process. The **Recovery Seed** words will be displayed on the **Trezor device's secure screen** (or securely on the computer for initial Model One setup). **You MUST meticulously write down every word, in the correct order, on your Recovery Seed card.**
3. **Set PIN Code:** Set and confirm a strong **PIN code**. This PIN acts as the immediate lock on your Trezor against unauthorized physical access.
4. **Backup Verification:** The process will require you to confirm random words from your recorded **Recovery Seed**. This **mandatory verification** proves that your written backup is accurate and will function correctly for asset recovery.
5. **Secure Storage:** Once setup is complete, immediately remove the **Recovery Seed** cards from your environment and store them in a durable, private, and inaccessible location (e.g., a bank vault or fireproof safe).

Remember, the **Recovery Seed** *is* your money. **Never take a photo, screenshot, or store your Recovery Seed on any digital medium.** Maintaining this physical, offline security is the commitment required for true **self-custody**.

Phase 3: Trezor Suite Management and On-Device Transaction Verification

With your **Trezor hardware wallet** initialized and the **Recovery Seed** secured, you can now fully utilize the powerful and secure features of **Trezor Suite**. The integration between the Suite and the device provides a smooth user experience while maintaining the highest **crypto security** standards.

Trezor Suite Features and Security Protocol

• **Account Creation:** Easily add accounts for various cryptocurrencies supported by your Trezor, including features like Coin Control and native exchange integration.
• **Secure Receiving:** When generating a receive address in **Trezor Suite**, you are always prompted to **verify the address on your Trezor device's screen**. This process ensures that no malware on your computer can trick you into sending funds to a malicious address.
• **Transaction Signing (Clear Signing):** This is the core defense mechanism. For every transaction (sending funds, interacting with DeFi, etc.), the details (recipient, amount, fee) are sent to the **Trezor device**. You must **physically review and approve** these details on the Trezor's secure screen before the transaction is broadcast. This guarantees that "What You See Is What You Sign."
• **Passphrase (25th Word) Functionality:** For advanced users, **Trezor Suite** supports the **Passphrase** feature. The Passphrase creates a "hidden" wallet, adding an extra layer of encryption and protection against coercion or physical theft.

By diligently following the setup protocol initiated at Trezor.io/Start, you have fully embraced the decentralized and sovereign world of **self-custody**. Your **Trezor device** acts as your personal vault and final transaction approver, ensuring that your wealth is protected by hardware and cryptography, not reliance on third parties.