Overview — What is Trezor Bridge?
Trezor Bridge historically acted as the communication layer between your Trezor hardware wallet and your browser or Trezor Suite desktop app. In recent product updates, Trezor has encouraged users to move towards Trezor Suite and integrated solutions while providing guidance on the deprecation/removal of the standalone Bridge. For official guidance and detailed instructions, refer to Trezor's documentation and start pages linked in the sidebar below. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Why understanding Bridge matters
If you own a hardware wallet, secure communication with your computer is essential. Bridge has historically enabled browsers to detect and interact with the hardware device reliably. Even if you now use Trezor Suite (desktop or web app), knowing how Bridge worked and where to find official support helps when troubleshooting connectivity and firmware updates. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Quick safety note
Only download Bridge, Suite, or firmware from trezor.io or trusted official pages — do not install third-party copies from unknown websites. Official Trezor pages include guides, support articles and downloads. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Getting started — Step-by-step
Below is a concise step-by-step workflow that fits most new users. It assumes you have either a newly-arrived Trezor device or you're reconfiguring an existing one.
Step 1 — Inspect the package
Verify packaging seals, check the included card and recovery materials, and ensure the device looks undamaged. Never power a suspicious device without contacting official support.
Step 2 — Choose your software path
Trezor recommends using Trezor Suite (desktop or web) for best functionality. If you previously used standalone Bridge, follow the deprecation and removal instructions in official guides before migrating. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Step 3 — Install and verify
Download the Trezor Suite from the official site, verify the installer if desired, and follow on-screen instructions. For platform-specific instructions, see the official guides. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Step 4 — Connect your device
Connect the Trezor via USB. The Suite or browser will detect it. If you face detection issues and still rely on Bridge, consult the official troubleshooting and Bridge removal pages linked below. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
Step 5 — Initialize & backup
Follow on-screen prompts to install firmware, create a new wallet or recover from seed, set a PIN, and write down your recovery seed securely offline.
Troubleshooting & next steps
If the device isn’t detected, try another USB port or cable, uninstall conflicting software, or update your OS. Official support pages contain step-by-step OS-specific instructions (Windows, macOS, Linux). :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
When to contact support
Contact official Trezor support if you see signs of tampering, encounter firmware errors, or cannot recover your device using the documented recovery procedures. Keep device details and receipts handy.
Presentation Summary
The most important takeaways: use Trezor Suite when possible, only use official downloads, follow the deprecation guidance for the standalone Bridge, and keep your recovery seed offline and secure. The official links at the right contain downloads, guides, and support resources to make each step straightforward. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}