Trezor Bridge: The Complete Guide
Your full walkthrough to understanding, installing, and using Trezor Bridge — the vital link connecting your Trezor device to your desktop wallet interface.
What is Trezor Bridge?
Trezor Bridge is a background communication software developed by SatoshiLabs to enable secure interaction between your Trezor hardware wallet and your computer. It ensures that Trezor Suite and supported browsers can detect and communicate with your hardware device safely and reliably.
Why Trezor Bridge is Important
- Secure communication: Establishes an encrypted channel between your browser or app and the Trezor hardware wallet.
- Cross-platform support: Works seamlessly on Windows, macOS, and Linux systems.
- Offline installation: Allows fully local setup without relying on browser extensions.
- Automatic updates: Ensures compatibility with the latest Trezor firmware and Suite versions.
How to Install Trezor Bridge
- Visit the official download page at
trezor.io/bridge. - Choose your operating system and download the installer file.
- Run the installer and follow on-screen instructions to complete setup.
- Once installed, restart your browser and reconnect your Trezor device.
Verifying Your Installation
After installation, open Trezor Suite or navigate to suite.trezor.io. Your Trezor should be detected automatically. If prompted to install firmware or authorize the connection, follow the secure device prompts. Never approve unknown requests on your device screen.
Troubleshooting Trezor Bridge
- Device not recognized: Reinstall Trezor Bridge and ensure your USB cable is data-capable.
- Browser blocking connection: Try another browser or disable conflicting extensions.
- Firewall or antivirus interference: Temporarily whitelist the Bridge executable to restore connectivity.
- Outdated version: Download the newest version from the official Trezor site to maintain compatibility.
Security and Privacy Practices
Trezor Bridge does not store or transmit your private keys — all sensitive cryptographic actions occur on the hardware wallet itself. The software simply facilitates communication between your device and Trezor Suite using encrypted local channels.
Keeping Trezor Bridge Updated
Updates are periodically released to improve stability and ensure future compatibility. Trezor Suite will notify you if a newer version of Bridge is required. Always verify downloads directly from trezor.io and avoid third-party hosting websites.