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Trezor.io/start — Your Secure Gateway to Crypto Protection

Slide 1 — Introduction

Welcome to Trezor.io/start, the official onboarding portal for initializing and securing a Trezor hardware wallet. Whether you’re new to crypto or experienced in digital asset management, this onboarding guide provides step-by-step instructions to set up your wallet, enable security protections, and begin managing cryptocurrency with confidence.

Slide 2 — Why Use a Hardware Wallet?

Cryptocurrency is decentralized and highly valuable, but online wallets and exchanges are often targets for hacking.
A hardware wallet (Trezor) provides unmatched protection because your private keys are stored offline, beyond the reach of malware and phishing attempts.

Key benefits of Trezor hardware security:

  • Offline storage of private keys
  • Protection from unauthorized access
  • Safe password & seed management
  • Access to hundreds of digital assets
  • User-controlled, non-custodial ownership

Slide 3 — What You Need Before Starting

To begin at Trezor.io/start, prepare the following:

  • Your Trezor device (Model T or Trezor Safe 3 / One)
  • A USB cable
  • A computer or smartphone
  • A secure internet connection
  • A few minutes of uninterrupted focus

📌 Never use Trezor if the package looks tampered with.

Slide 4 — Step-by-Step Setup

  1. Visit the onboarding page
    Open your browser and go to: Trezor.io/start
  2. Download and install Trezor Suite
    The Trezor Suite app is required to manage accounts, coins, and security settings.
  3. Connect the device
    Plug your hardware wallet into your computer or supported mobile device.
  4. Initialize the wallet
    Follow the on-screen prompts to create and activate your wallet.

Slide 5 — Creating a Recovery Seed

During setup, you will generate your recovery seed (12, 18, or 24 words).
This is the single most important security step.

🔐 Rules for seed storage

  • Write it on paper — not digitally
  • Keep it offline at all times
  • Never share your seed with anyone
  • Store in a secure, private location

⚠️ If you lose your recovery seed, no one — including Trezor — can restore it.

Slide 6 — Setting Up a PIN

You’ll be prompted to create a PIN code. This blocks unauthorized access to the device.

✔ Choose a unique PIN (not birthdays or repeated digits)
✔ Commit it to memory—do not store it digitally

If someone steals your device, the PIN prevents access to your crypto.

Slide 7 — Installing Firmware

If your device needs a firmware update, follow the on-screen process.
This ensures:

  • Latest security features
  • Bug fixes
  • New crypto support

📌 Always install firmware only through Trezor Suite, not via third-party sources.

Slide 8 — Adding Crypto Accounts

Once setup is complete, you can add supported wallets (Bitcoin, Ethereum, and others).

Steps:

  1. Open Trezor Suite
  2. Click Add Account
  3. Choose the cryptocurrency you want
  4. Your wallet interface will appear, ready to receive funds

Slide 9 — Sending & Receiving Crypto

Receiving

  • Copy your public receiving address
  • Share it with the sender
  • Verify the address on the device screen, not just the computer

Sending

  • Enter the recipient’s address and amount
  • Confirm transaction on the device screen
  • Approve to finalize

Slide 10 — Advanced Security Tools

Trezor offers optional protections for high-level security users:

  • Shamir Backup (Model T)
  • Passphrase protection
  • Coin-control features
  • Tor connection for privacy

Each feature adds additional layers of protection to your assets.

Slide 11 — Good Security Habits

To maintain long-term wallet safety:

  • Keep recovery seed in multiple secure physical locations
  • Never enter your seed on a website or keyboard
  • Keep firmware and Trezor Suite up to date
  • Double-check website domains before logging in
  • Beware of impersonation and support scams

Your crypto is safe only as long as you control your keys securely.

Slide 12 — Final Notes

Using Trezor.io/start is the first step to taking complete ownership of your digital assets.
By storing cryptocurrencies on a hardware wallet, you remove reliance on centralized exchanges and eliminate many of the risks of digital attacks.

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