Your browser requests
A supported wallet website asks to find or communicate with a connected device. Bridge helps pass that request along.
YOUR CONNECTION, EXPLAINED
Trezor Bridge.
A simpler path
to your wallet.
Learn how Trezor Bridge helps your browser communicate with your Trezor hardware wallet—so you can connect with confidence.
Independent information. Your keys stay on your device.
Your browserSecure session
wallet.example
DEVICE CONNECTION
Ready to connect
Your TrezorConfirm on device
✦ Device-confirmed security
THE ESSENTIALS, AT A GLANCE
✓ Browser communication
✓ Clear setup steps
✓ Practical safety tips
01 / THE BASICS
What is Trezor Bridge?
Trezor Bridge is software that lets a compatible web browser communicate with a Trezor hardware wallet. It acts as a local connection layer: a wallet website can request device information or ask you to approve an action, while sensitive approvals remain under your control.
It is not a wallet, exchange, or place where recovery words should be entered. Think of it as a translator between a browser-based wallet interface and the physical device connected to your computer.
02 / UNDER THE HOOD
A bridge, not a back door.
Communication follows a deliberate path, with the hardware wallet retaining an important role in every sensitive action.
Bridge relays locally
The software provides a communication route between your browser and device. It is a connection utility, not a custodian of your assets.
You verify on-device
Review important details on your hardware wallet screen. Confirm only when the information matches what you intended.
03 / GET CONNECTED
Start with the official source.
Installation details can change as operating systems and browser support evolve. Use the current instructions published by Trezor, and avoid third-party download mirrors.
Visit Trezor LearnOpens an external resource. Always check the address before downloading.
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Check the source
Navigate to Trezor’s official website by typing the address yourself or using a trusted bookmark. Confirm the domain before continuing.
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Choose your platform
Follow the latest Bridge installation guidance for your operating system and browser. Read any compatibility notes before installing.
- 3
Install and restart
Complete the installer prompts, then restart the browser if requested. Keep Bridge updated through official guidance.
- 4
Connect and verify
Connect your wallet with a suitable USB cable, unlock it on-device, then revisit the wallet service and approve only what you recognize.
04 / IF IT DOESN’T CONNECT
Make the connection click.
A few simple checks solve many connection hiccups. Take them one at a time; never bypass a security prompt to get past an error.
Check the cable and port
Use a known data-capable USB cable, try another port, and connect directly rather than through an unreliable hub.
Refresh your browser session
Close extra wallet tabs, restart the browser, and check that your browser and operating system are supported and current.
Look for software conflicts
Other wallet tools may compete for device access. Close them, reconnect, and consult official troubleshooting instructions if needed.
Update from trusted sources
If Bridge or device firmware needs an update, follow Trezor’s official process. Do not install files delivered through unsolicited messages.
A NOTE WORTH REMEMBERING
Your recovery words are never for Bridge.
Never type your recovery seed or private keys into a website, chat, support form, or Bridge installer. Trezor support will not ask you to reveal them. Confirm addresses, amounts, and other transaction details directly on your device screen before approving.
KEEP IT
PRIVATE ↗
PRIVATE ↗
05 / GOOD HABITS
Small habits.
Stronger control.
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Bookmark official support pages instead of following urgent download links in messages.
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Read transaction information on the hardware wallet itself, not only on your computer.
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Keep your operating system, browser, and wallet software current using trusted update paths.
06 / QUICK ANSWERS
Frequently
asked questions.
Still unsure? Use official Trezor help resources for device-specific advice.
Do I need Bridge to use my Trezor?+
It depends on your browser, operating system, and the wallet service. Follow the current instructions for your setup; other supported communication methods may be available.
Does Bridge hold my cryptocurrency?+
No. Bridge is a communication utility, not a wallet or custodian. Your hardware wallet is used to protect signing keys and confirm sensitive actions.
Why can’t my browser see the device?+
Check the cable, USB port, device unlock state, browser support, and whether another application is using the device. Restarting the browser can also help.
Where should I download Bridge?+
Use Trezor’s official website and follow its latest installation instructions. Avoid search-ad downloads, unofficial mirrors, and links from unsolicited messages.