Introduction to Trezor® on Desktop
Trezor® is a hardware wallet that keeps your cryptocurrencies secure by storing private keys offline. Using Trezor on your computer allows you to easily manage multiple accounts, track balances, send and receive crypto, and interact with supported desktop apps.
Step 1: Download Trezor Suite® Desktop
Visit the official Trezor website and download Trezor Suite® for your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux). The desktop version provides full access to your wallet, including account management, transaction history, and in-app crypto features.
- Verify the download using the official checksum to ensure authenticity.
- Install the application by following the on-screen instructions.
- Open Trezor Suite® after installation.
Step 2: Connect Your Trezor® Device
Use the USB cable provided with your Trezor® to connect it to your computer. Trezor Suite® will detect your device automatically and guide you through the initial setup process.
- Confirm the device authenticity using the visual and software verification steps.
- Follow prompts to initialize your wallet.
- If you have an existing wallet, select the recovery option to restore it on your computer.
Step 3: Create or Restore Recovery Seed
Important: Your recovery seed is critical. Write it down offline and store it safely. Never share it digitally or take photos of it.
Trezor® will generate a 24-word recovery seed during setup. If restoring an existing wallet, carefully enter your seed words to regain access to your funds.
Step 4: Set a Strong PIN
Adding a PIN protects your Trezor® device against unauthorized access. The PIN is required for every connection to Trezor Suite® on your computer.
- Select a unique, hard-to-guess PIN.
- Confirm the PIN on the device.
- Never share your PIN with anyone.
Step 5: Managing Cryptocurrencies on Desktop
After setup, Trezor Suite® desktop allows you to:
- Add multiple cryptocurrency accounts.
- Send and receive crypto securely.
- Track your portfolio and transaction history.
- Use supported applications like exchanges or staking within Trezor Suite®.
Security Best Practices
- Always use the official Trezor Suite® app for desktop.
- Keep your device firmware updated.
- Store your recovery seed offline in a secure location.
- Verify addresses before approving any transaction.
Conclusion
Using Trezor® on your computer ensures a secure and convenient way to manage cryptocurrencies. By following this guide, you can safely set up your device, configure recovery and PIN security, and use Trezor Suite® to control your digital assets confidently.