Trezor Bridge | Official Getting Started Guide

Your seamless connection to your Trezor device.

1. Introduction to Trezor Bridge

The Trezor Bridge application is an essential piece of software that facilitates communication between your Trezor hardware wallet and your web browser. Without it, the Trezor Wallet interface—and other third-party wallets—would not be able to securely recognize and interact with your device. This initial section will detail the 'why' and 'what' of the Bridge, ensuring you understand its role in maintaining a secure crypto environment. [...] (Expand with 300+ words of detailed content here)

2. System Compatibility and Prerequisites

System Check

Before proceeding with the installation, verify that your operating system and browser meet the minimum requirements for stable operation. Incompatibility can lead to frustration and connection errors.

  • Operating System: Windows (7 and newer), macOS (10.11 and newer), or Linux.
  • Web Browser: Chrome, Firefox, or Brave are highly recommended for the best experience.
  • Required Tool: An available USB port for connection.

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3. Installation and Setup Procedure

Step 3.1: Download the Bridge

Navigate to the official Trezor website's download page. **Always verify the URL** to prevent phishing attempts. Select the correct installation file for your operating system (e.g., TrezorBridge.dmg for Mac or TrezorBridge.exe for Windows). Save the file to a known location, such as your Downloads folder.

⚠️ **Security Alert:** Never download the Bridge from unofficial third-party sites. Only trust the official Trezor domain.

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Step 3.2: Execute the Installer

Run the downloaded file. On Windows, you may need to accept a User Account Control prompt. On macOS, you may need to drag the application icon into the Applications folder. Follow the on-screen instructions, accepting the default installation path unless you have specific reasons not to. The process is generally fast and requires minimal user input.

**Troubleshooting Tip:** If you encounter an error during installation, ensure all previous versions of the Trezor Bridge are completely uninstalled and that you have administrative privileges on your computer.

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Step 3.3: Verification and First Connection

Once installed, the Trezor Bridge will start automatically and run in the background (usually visible as a small icon in your system tray or menu bar). To verify it's working:

  1. Connect your Trezor device to your computer via USB.
  2. Open your web browser and navigate to the Trezor Wallet interface.
  3. The browser should now display a prompt indicating that your Trezor device has been recognized.

If the device is not recognized, try restarting your computer and ensure that the Bridge service is running (e.g., check the Windows Task Manager or macOS Activity Monitor for a process named trezord).

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