Official Trezor Bridge® — Desktop & Web App for Hardware Wallets

maval

— 2 min read

If you use a Trezor hardware wallet — such as the Trezor Model One or Trezor Model T — Trezor Bridge is an essential piece of software that enables your computer to communicate securely with your device. It works as a secure local service that translates communication between your browser or wallet app and your hardware wallet.

Bridge doesn’t handle your private keys or store your recovery seed — those remain safely isolated on your Trezor device itself. Instead, it simply enables modern browsers and operating systems to access the hardware through an encrypted local channel.

Where to Download Trezor Bridge

Always download Trezor Bridge from the official Trezor website to ensure security and authenticity. Visiting unofficial download pages or mirror sites can lead to malware or compromised installers.

🔗 Official download URL:
➡️ https://trezor.io/bridge/

On that official page, you’ll be able to choose the correct version of Trezor Bridge for your operating system:

  • Windows installer (.exe) — for Windows 7, 8, 10, 11, and newer
  • macOS package (.dmg or signed app) — for macOS 10.13+
  • Linux packages (.deb, .rpm, AppImage) — compatible with most popular distributions

How to Install Trezor Bridge

Here’s a quick step-by-step guide once you’ve downloaded the installer:

  1. Locate the downloaded file — usually in your Downloads folder.
  2. Run the installer —
    • On Windows, double-click the .exe and follow the installation wizard.
    • On macOS, open the .dmg and drag the Trezor Bridge app into your Applications folder; you may need to allow it in Security & Privacy settings.
    • On Linux, install via your package manager (e.g., sudo dpkg -i trezor-bridge*.deb) or run the AppImage as executable.
  3. Restart your browser if prompted after installation.
  4. Connect your Trezor device via USB and open your wallet interface (like Trezor Suite or a supported web wallet). The software should detect Bridge automatically.

Once installed, Trezor Bridge typically runs quietly in the background and enables secure, encrypted communication between your hardware wallet and applications.

Tips & Best Practices

  • Verify the official domain: Make sure you’re on trezor.io before downloading — phishing sites sometimes mimic the look of legitimate pages.
  • Keep software updated: Newer Bridge versions improve compatibility and security over time.
  • Use trusted browsers: Bridge works with Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and other major browsers.

By downloading Trezor Bridge from the official site and following these setup steps, you’ll ensure a secure and reliable connection between your computer and your Trezor hardware wallet — keeping your crypto management smooth and protected.

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