Trezor Bridge — Secure Communication for Trezor Wallets | Trezor®
Introduction to Trezor Bridge
Trezor Bridge is a small software application that allows your computer to securely communicate with your Trezor hardware wallet. It acts as a bridge between your device and web-based interfaces like Trezor Suite, enabling secure management of cryptocurrencies.
Trezor Bridge ensures that all private keys remain offline, while your computer can still send and receive transaction data, check balances, and manage portfolios safely. This is an essential component for anyone using a Trezor device.
Tip: Always download Trezor Bridge from the official Trezor website to avoid malicious versions.
Installing Trezor Bridge
System Requirements
Trezor Bridge is compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux. Ensure your system is up to date to prevent installation errors.
Choose your operating system and download the installer.
Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions.
After installation, the Bridge runs in the background, allowing Trezor Suite and supported browsers to detect your device.
Note: Close any open browser windows before installing Trezor Bridge for a smooth setup.
Setup & Configuration
Connecting Your Trezor Device
After installing Trezor Bridge, connect your Trezor device via USB. Open Trezor Suite to verify that your device is detected.
Device Initialization
If this is a new device, create a new wallet or restore an existing one using the recovery seed. Follow the prompts on the device screen and within Trezor Suite to complete setup.
Tip: Ensure Trezor Suite shows “Device Connected” before proceeding with transactions.
Using Trezor Bridge
Manage Cryptocurrency
Once Trezor Bridge is running, you can use Trezor Suite or compatible web apps to manage multiple cryptocurrencies. Send, receive, and monitor balances securely.
Browser Integration
Trezor Bridge communicates with browsers to facilitate hardware wallet operations, such as signing transactions or connecting to decentralized applications (dApps).
Real-Time Updates
The Bridge ensures that your device syncs with the latest blockchain data and displays real-time portfolio balances within Trezor Suite.
Security Considerations
Trezor Bridge does not store private keys; all keys remain on your hardware device.
Always download Bridge from the official source to prevent malware interference.
Confirm all transactions on the Trezor device, not your computer.
Keep your firmware updated for maximum security.
Note: Even if your computer is compromised, Trezor Bridge ensures that signing transactions happens offline on the Trezor device.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Device Not Detected
Ensure Trezor Bridge is installed and running. Reconnect the USB cable or restart your computer if the device is not recognized.