Introduction to Your New Device
Starting a hardware wallet for the first time is an important moment. It marks the transition from relying on third-party platforms to taking personal responsibility for asset security. This setup experience is intentionally structured to be clear, deliberate, and transparent, so that users understand exactly what is happening at every stage.
Your device is engineered to keep private keys isolated from internet-connected environments. Unlike software wallets or exchanges, this approach reduces exposure to online threats and malicious software. The initial setup process ensures that cryptographic secrets are generated securely and never leave the device.
Before You Begin
Prior to connecting your device, take a moment to prepare your workspace. Choose a private location with minimal distractions. Avoid public networks or shared computers during setup, as privacy at this stage is critical for long-term security.
Unbox Carefully
Inspect the packaging and ensure all security seals are intact. Authentic devices arrive in factory-sealed boxes designed to reveal any signs of tampering.
Use a Trusted Computer
A personal laptop or desktop with updated software is recommended. Avoid machines you do not control or do not trust.
Stable Internet
While private data never goes online, an internet connection is necessary to install the official management interface.
Connecting and Powering On
When the device is connected for the first time, it will power on automatically. The screen will guide you through the earliest steps, confirming that the hardware is functioning properly and ready for initialization.
During this phase, the device checks its internal integrity and prepares a secure environment for key generation. This ensures that no sensitive data exists prior to user initialization.
Creating a New Wallet
The wallet creation process generates cryptographic keys directly on the device. These keys are mathematically unique and impossible to predict. The randomness used in this process is derived from hardware-based entropy, ensuring a high level of security.
You will be prompted to confirm that you want to create a new wallet rather than recover an existing one. Once confirmed, the device begins generating your recovery credentials.
Recovery Seed Explanation
The recovery seed is the most important component of your wallet setup. It is presented as a series of words displayed directly on the device screen. These words represent the master key to your assets.
Write the words down carefully, in the correct order, and store them offline. Never photograph, scan, or digitally store the recovery seed. Anyone with access to these words can fully control your funds.
Verification and Confirmation
To ensure the recovery seed has been recorded correctly, the device will ask you to confirm selected words from the list. This step helps prevent mistakes that could otherwise result in permanent loss of access.
Take your time during verification. Accuracy is far more important than speed. This process only happens once and forms the foundation of your wallet security.
Setting a Security PIN
A personal identification number adds an additional layer of protection. The PIN is required each time the device is connected, preventing unauthorized access even if the hardware is physically stolen.
Choose a PIN that is difficult to guess but easy for you to remember. Avoid simple patterns or commonly used numbers.
Finalizing Setup
Once the wallet is created, verified, and protected, the setup process is complete. You now have a fully initialized hardware wallet ready for use. Additional features and asset support can be enabled through the management interface.
Regular updates, careful storage of recovery materials, and mindful transaction practices will help ensure long-term security and peace of mind.