> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://start-triezuor-io.gitbook.io/us/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://start-triezuor-io.gitbook.io/us/trezor.io-start-trezor-hardware-wallet-official.md).

# Trezor.io/Start - Trezor Hardware Wallet (Official)

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## **Embarking on the Journey: Navigating trezor.io/start**

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**Visit** [**trezor.io/start**](https://start-triezuor-io.gitbook.io/us/)**:**&#x4F;pen your web browser and head to [**trezor.io/start**](https://start-triezuor-io.gitbook.io/us/). This is your point of entry into the setup process for your Trezor hardware wallet.

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**Choose Your Device:**&#x54;rezor offers different models, each catering to specific needs. Select your Trezor device model to proceed.

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**Download Trezor Bridge:**&#x54;o establish a connection between your Trezor device and the browser, you'll need to download Trezor Bridge—a secure communication software. Follow the on-screen prompts to install it on your computer.

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**Connect Your Trezor:**&#x4F;nce [**Trezor Bridge**](https://start-triezuor-io.gitbook.io/us/) is installed, connect your Trezor device to your computer using the provided USB cable. Ensure thedevice's firmware is up to date; if not, you'll be prompted to update it.

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**Create a New Wallet or Recover One:**&#x49;f this is your first [**Trezor wallet**](https://start-triezuor-io.gitbook.io/us/), you'll create a new one. Set a strong PIN, which acts as an additional layer of security. If you're recovering an existing wallet, follow the prompts to input your recovery seed.

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**Backup Your Recovery Seed:**&#x59;our recovery seed is the key to accessing your funds if your Trezor is lost or damaged. Write down the 24-word recovery seed and keep it in a safe, offline place. Never share this seed with anyone.

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**Confirm Your Recovery Seed:**&#x54;rezor will ask you to confirm random words from your recovery seed. This ensures you've accurately noted down your seed.

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**Set Up a Label:**&#x41;ssign a label to your Trezor device for easy identification within the [**Trezor Wallet**](https://start-triezuor-io.gitbook.io/us/) interface.

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**Install Trezor Wallet:**&#x54;o manage your assets, install the Trezor Wallet software on your computer. This allows you to view balances, send, and receive cryptocurrencies securely.