Follow this quick setup guide to initialize your hardware wallet, create your recovery phrase, and secure access to your crypto assets. Takes about 10–15 minutes.
Start by downloading the official wallet application for your operating system. Only install software from the manufacturer’s official site to avoid malicious copies. The app will guide you through firmware updates and initialization.
Connect the hardware wallet to your computer with the supplied cable. Verify the device screen shows a welcome message and that the model printed on the device matches the box.
Choose “Create new” when prompted by the app. The device will generate a recovery phrase. Write the recovery words on the provided card — never store the recovery phrase digitally or take photos of it.
All devices ask you to confirm a subset of the recovery words. This proves you recorded them correctly. If any words are lost, restore the device only from the original phrase.
Choose a PIN on the device. The PIN prevents local physical access to your wallet. Use something memorable but not easily guessable; avoid patterns that resemble your birthday or common sequences.
After initialization, send a tiny test transaction to confirm the device and app are correctly paired. Verify addresses on the device screen before approving any transaction.
A hardware wallet stores private keys in an isolated environment so approvals happen on the device itself. This helps protect funds from malware on your computer and phishing attempts. Secure setup and safe storage of your recovery phrase are the most important steps to keep your assets under control.