Trezor Bridge — The Secure Gateway to Your Hardware Wallet®

Trezor Bridge provides a simple, trusted connection between your desktop browser and your Trezor hardware wallet. As the secure gateway for your Hardware Wallet, Trezor Bridge delivers encrypted communication, seamless device detection, and dependable WebAuthn support so you can manage coins, sign transactions, and keep your crypto safe.

Secure by design

Encrypted device tunneling

Trezor Bridge uses a lightweight, local client to establish encrypted sessions between your computer and your hardware wallet. Your private keys never leave the device.

Fast & Reliable

Seamless connections

Auto-detects connected devices, works across Windows, macOS, and Linux, and reduces friction during sign-in and transaction flows.

Privacy-first

Local-only communication

Trezor Bridge keeps communication local to your machine where possible; minimal external requests and clear user consent make it privacy-friendly.

Why Trezor Bridge matters

Hardware Wallet users rely on a robust, resilient bridge to interact with online wallets and dApps without exposing private keys. Trezor Bridge is the secure gateway that harmonizes desktop browser environments with your physical Trezor device. Whether you are doing a one-off transfer, connecting to exchange interfaces, or using WebAuthn with decentralized apps, the bridge keeps the path short and the security model intact.

Key capabilities

  1. USB and WebAuthn support: Smooth support for USB HID and WebAuthn flows for authentication and signing.
  2. Automatic updates: Keeps the bridge client current to protect against known issues and maintain compatibility.
  3. Cross-platform compatibility: Works across major desktop platforms so your Hardware Wallet works the way you expect.

Quick setup guide

Follow these steps to connect:

  1. Download the Trezor Bridge package for your OS.
  2. Install and allow the (local) helper to run.
  3. Connect your Trezor hardware wallet via USB and follow the on-screen prompts.
  4. Authorize connections when prompted; always verify the device display before approving transactions.

This page contains focused guidance for users who want a fast, secure Trezor Bridge download and setup. The Trezor Bridge secure gateway makes the Hardware Wallet experience dependable and fast while preserving the security boundary between keys and internet-facing services.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is Trezor Bridge and why do I need it?

Trezor Bridge is a local helper application that enables secure communication between your desktop browser and your Trezor hardware wallet. It's required to connect your device to web-based wallets and dApps without exposing your seed phrase or private keys.

2. Is Trezor Bridge safe to install?

Yes — when obtained from the official source. Trezor Bridge operates as a local gateway. Always verify the official vendor site and cryptographic signatures (when provided) before installing. Use trusted, updated OS versions and keep your device firmware current.

3. Which operating systems support Trezor Bridge?

Trezor Bridge supports Windows, macOS, and many Linux distributions. The precise package names and installation steps vary by operating system; follow the vendor's instructions for system-specific guidance.

4. My browser can’t detect my hardware wallet — what should I do?

Restart the Bridge helper, reconnect the USB cable, and verify your device is unlocked. If problems persist, reinstall the Bridge client and check OS USB permission settings. Make sure you accept connection requests on the Trezor device screen before approving browser actions.

5. Does Trezor Bridge store my recovery seed or private keys?

No. Trezor Bridge acts as a communication channel only; private keys and recovery seeds remain stored solely on the hardware wallet. Bridge facilitates request/response exchanges without accessing your secrets.