Step-by-step installation & initial setup
Follow these steps to safely install Trezor Suite and prepare your device. The goal is to limit attack surface, verify authenticity, and ensure the device signs transactions on-screen so you can verify them physically.
Verifying the installer (checksums & signatures)
Verifying checksums protects you from tampered downloads. If the publisher provides SHA256 or other fingerprints, compute the hash locally and compare. On macOS and Linux, use the shasum utility; on Windows, use certutil or PowerShell Get-FileHash. If values differ, do not install the file and re-download from the official source.
Common issues & troubleshooting
Most problems come from USB connectivity, OS permissions, or outdated helper services. If the Suite cannot detect your device, try the following in order:
- Try a different USB port and a short, data-capable cable.
- Restart the Trezor Suite app, and reboot the computer if needed.
- Ensure no other wallet software is locking USB access; close browser tabs using WebUSB.
- On Linux, ensure udev rules are installed so non-root users can access USB devices.
- Re-download and re-verify the installer if detection fails persistently.
FAQ
A: No — you can use web flows for some operations, but Suite is recommended for firmware updates and full device management.
A: The official start page lists verification data when available. Advanced users should use GPG or SHA utilities to verify authenticity.
Security reminders
Always confirm addresses and amounts on the Trezor device screen before approving. Never type your recovery seed into software or online forms. Use a strong device PIN and treat any unexpected prompts with suspicion — if in doubt, disconnect and verify via official channels.
Official link (placeholder): trezor.io/start