Secure Connection for Your Digital Assets
Trezor Bridge is the essential communication tool connecting your Trezor hardware wallet to your web browser securely and efficiently.
What is Trezor Bridge?
Trezor Bridge is a specialized piece of software designed to run quietly in the background of your computer. It acts as a vital communication bridge between your Trezor hardware wallet and your internet browser. In the early days of cryptocurrency hardware wallets, browser plugins were the standard method for devices to communicate with web interfaces. However, as web browsers evolved and phased out support for certain plugin architectures due to security concerns, a more robust and standalone solution became necessary.
This lightweight application ensures that your private keys remain isolated within the device while allowing you to interact with web-based interfaces like Trezor Suite, third-party wallets, and other decentralized applications (dApps). It is the backbone of your hardware wallet's usability, ensuring seamless data transmission without compromising security.
When you initiate a transaction on a website, the request is sent to the Bridge, which then forwards it to your Trezor device for signing. The device signs the transaction internally using your private keys—which never leave the device—and sends the signed data back through the Bridge to the browser to be broadcasted to the blockchain network.
Why it's essential
- Replaces outdated browser plugins
- Enables connection to Trezor Suite Web
- Prevents phishing via origin verification
- Required for firmware updates
- Compatible with all major browsers
Key Features
Designed with security and usability in mind
Secure Communication
Establishes an encrypted local channel between your device and the browser. It validates all incoming requests to prevent unauthorized access and phishing attacks.
Cross-Platform Support
Whether you use Windows, macOS, or Linux, Trezor Bridge offers a unified experience. It is optimized for performance across all major operating systems.
Background Operation
Runs efficiently as a background process (trezord). It starts automatically with your system and requires no manual interaction after installation.
Automatic Updates
Keeps your connection protocol up to date with the latest security patches and feature improvements without requiring manual re-installation.
Privacy Protection
No personal data is stored or transmitted to external servers. The Bridge strictly facilitates local communication between your USB port and browser.
Easy Installation
A simple, one-time setup process. Once installed, it works globally for all supported web wallets and services without additional configuration.
How It Works
Get started in minutes with these simple steps
Download & Install
Download the official installer for your operating system. Run the installation file and follow the simple on-screen instructions to set up the service.
Connect Device
Plug in your Trezor Model One, Model T, or Safe 3 via USB. The Bridge service automatically detects the hardware connection.
Secure Interaction
Open your web wallet or Trezor Suite. The interface will recognize your device instantly, allowing you to manage your assets securely.
Ready to Secure Your Assets?
Download the latest version of Trezor Bridge today and ensure the safest connection for your hardware wallet.