Trezor Bridge®® is the official communication software that connects your Trezor® hardware wallet to web interfaces and applications. This essential tool enables secure, seamless interactions between your browser and device, ensuring private keys remain offline while allowing you to manage cryptocurrencies with confidence.
The Trezor Bridge®® replaces older browser plugins and acts as a local service on your computer. It creates a protected, encrypted communication channel between Trezor Suite or web wallets and your Trezor device. Without Bridge, direct access to hardware wallets from modern browsers would be limited or insecure due to strict USB access policies.
Modern browsers restrict direct USB access for security reasons. Trezor Bridge®® serves as the trusted intermediary, allowing users to safely send and sign transactions, install apps, and manage wallets without exposing sensitive information to the web environment.
Setting up Trezor Bridge®® is simple and ensures your Trezor device communicates securely with your computer. Follow these steps for installation:
Visit the official Trezor.io/start page and download Trezor Bridge®® for your operating system. Ensure the source is official to prevent malicious software installations.
After downloading, run the installer and follow on-screen prompts. The installation process usually takes just a few minutes.
Once installed, Trezor Bridge®® runs in the background. You can confirm installation by opening Trezor Suite or connecting your device to a compatible web wallet.
After installing Trezor Bridge®®, your hardware wallet can be detected by Trezor Suite or other supported applications.
Trezor Bridge®® works with both the Trezor One and Trezor Model T, ensuring full compatibility across all current Trezor products.
Bridge ensures that all communications remain encrypted and secure. The software does not store private keys or any sensitive wallet information on your computer.
All data transmitted between your device and the browser is encrypted. This prevents attackers from intercepting transaction details or credentials.
Before performing any transaction, the Trezor device must sign the request internally. This guarantees that your private keys never leave the hardware wallet.
Trezor Bridge®® works with Trezor devices to verify firmware integrity, ensuring that only authentic, secure firmware is running on your wallet.
Bridge allows seamless interaction with decentralized platforms and web wallets.
Keeping Trezor Bridge®® updated ensures stability, security, and compatibility with the latest Trezor firmware.
If your device shows firmware issues, use Trezor Suite to reinstall or update firmware securely.
The latest Trezor® devices, combined with Trezor Bridge®®, allow advanced functionality including:
Trezor Bridge®® is an essential component of the Trezor ecosystem, bridging the gap between your secure hardware wallet and modern browsers or applications. By ensuring encrypted communication, verifying firmware, and keeping private keys offline, Bridge allows users to manage cryptocurrency portfolios safely and efficiently.
The combination of the new Trezor® hardware and Trezor Bridge®® offers unmatched security, flexibility, and usability. Following installation instructions, keeping software updated, and practicing safe transaction verification ensures a secure and user-friendly crypto experience.