Start — Welcome to your Trezór device
This presentation is crafted to function as a friendly, clear, and visually rich overview for users who are initializing and learning about their physical crypto hardware device. It is written in a presentation format with mixed background colors, readable typography, and accessible structure. It mixes pragmatic instructions with background knowledge, new vocabulary, and helpful metaphors that demystify the technology.
What is a crypto device?
A crypto device — sometimes called a hardware wallet, cold storage, or secure element — is a specialized electronic device that stores cryptographic keys offline. This means the secret keys that authorize transactions never leave the device, reducing exposure to online hacks, malware, and remote attackers. The Trezór device is designed with secure elements, firmware verification, and ergonomic keys for user interaction.
Key concepts (novel words & phrasing)
- Cryptographic custody — the practice of holding digital asset control through secure hardware rather than custodial services.
- Seed mnemonic — a human-readable recovery phrase that reconstructs the private keys.
- Offline attest — a process where the device proves its legitimacy without Internet-based validation.
- Firmware attestability — the device's ability to verify the authenticity of its own firmware before use.
Getting started — setup steps
- Unbox and inspect: check the tamper-evident seal, confirm accessories (USB cable, recovery card, quickstart guide).
- Power on and follow on-device prompts: select language, set up PIN, and note the model identifier on-screen.
- Write down your seed mnemonic: the device will generate a 12- to 24-word phrase. Use the included recovery card — never store digitally.
- Verify recovery words: the device will ask you to confirm random words to ensure the phrase was recorded correctly.
- Install companion app: use the official Trezór companion app at Trezór.io/Start to pair and receive firmware updates.
Security tip: Always confirm the device's firmware version directly on the device screen and match it with official release notes.
User interface & color cues
Design cues and color coding help users quickly identify states: green implies success, amber implies caution, and red/pink implies stop or critical action required. Trezór's UI uses high contrast and clear affordances for hardware buttons to reduce mis-entries during critical flows.
Security best practices
- Never type your mnemonic into an online device or cloud-synced app.
- Use a strong PIN and enable passphrase features if supported.
- Store your recovery card in a separate physical location; consider a safety deposit box or multiple offline backups in distinct geographies.
- Beware of phishing: always confirm the site domain and certificate before entering sensitive details. Official site: Trezór.io/Start (this document uses that sample URL).
Glossary — new and creative terms
Here are original phrasing and coined terms designed to help your audience internalize complex ideas with fresh language.
- Key-vaulting — the habit of treating the hardware device like a miniature, digital safe that "vaults" private keys.
- Mnemonic anchoring — the practice of associating each recovery word with a concrete, memorable image or location to reduce loss risk.
- Thermal-proofing — ensuring your recovery backup survives heat, moisture, and decay by using metal backup plates or corrosion-resistant materials.
- Attestation handshake — the mutual verification between a companion app and the hardware device proving