Secure Connection for Trezor Hardware Wallets – Step-by-Step Instructions
Trezor Bridge is the software that allows your Trezor hardware wallet to communicate securely with your web browser. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of installation, setup, and troubleshooting.
We’ll cover topics such as supported operating systems, browser compatibility, and step-by-step instructions to ensure your cryptocurrency assets are safe.
Go to the official Trezor website and download the latest version of Trezor Bridge for your operating system:
After downloading, run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions. Once installed, the software will run in the background and automatically connect your device when plugged in.
Open your web browser and navigate to https://wallet.trezor.io. If your device is connected properly, you will see your wallet dashboard.
Plug in your Trezor device. The Trezor Bridge should automatically detect the device and allow secure communication with your browser.
Follow the on-screen prompts to create a new wallet or recover an existing one using your recovery seed.
Ensure your browser allows Trezor Bridge to communicate with USB devices. This may require enabling specific permissions depending on your OS and browser version.
Trezor Bridge enables secure communication between your browser and the Trezor hardware wallet. Without it, the device cannot interact with web-based wallets.
Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Brave are fully supported. Safari may have limitations.