New to Trezor? This friendly checklist distills the essentials from trezor.io/start so you can initialize your hardware wallet confidently. Work through each point in order, keep your recovery seed offline, and treat your device like a key to a vault—because it is.

• Unbox & Inspect: Verify hologram, packaging, and cable. If anything looks tampered, stop and contact support before connecting the device to a computer.
• Use a Clean Computer: Update your OS/antivirus and close suspicious apps. Prefer a dedicated browser profile for crypto to reduce tracking and extension risks.
• Install Trezor Suite: Download only from official sources. Open Suite, connect your device, and follow the on-screen prompts for first-time initialization.
• Update Firmware: If prompted, update firmware inside Trezor Suite. Keep the USB cable connected and avoid interruptions during the flashing process.
• Create a New Wallet: Choose “Create new wallet.” Avoid importing seeds from unknown generators; Trezor will display your seed securely on the device screen.
• Write Down Recovery Seed: Carefully record each word in order, on paper. Store offline, never digitally. Do not photograph, scan, or type your seed anywhere.
• Set a Strong PIN: Enable a unique PIN on the device. Longer PINs dramatically improve security and protect against casual physical access.
• Consider Passphrase: Advanced users can enable a passphrase (a 25th word). Memorize it; losing a passphrase makes the associated wallet irrecoverable.
• Add Accounts & Coins: In Suite, add Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other supported networks. Label accounts clearly to keep spending and savings separated.
• Verify Receive Addresses: Always verify addresses on the device screen before sharing or depositing. The device display is your trusted source of truth.
• Test a Small Transaction: Send a tiny amount first. Confirm on the device and in Suite. Once confirmed, proceed with larger transfers confidently.
• Backups & Maintenance: Store seed securely, keep firmware current, and enable Suite’s security checks. Bookmark official links to avoid phishing.

That’s it—your Trezor is ready. Revisit these points any time, and keep security habits sharp: verify on-device, keep seeds offline, and update thoughtfully. Safe stacking!