Official Trézor™ Bridge® | Introducing the New Trezor®
When using a Trezor hardware wallet, security and smooth communication with your device are critical. This is where Trezor Bridge plays an important role. Trezor Bridge is a lightweight software component that allows your computer’s browser to communicate securely with your Trezor hardware wallet. Without it, many web-based wallet functions would not work properly.
What Is Trezor Bridge?
Trezor Bridge is a background application developed by SatoshiLabs that enables communication between Trezor hardware wallets and supported web interfaces, such as Trezor Suite Web. It acts as a secure bridge between your device and the browser, replacing older browser extensions that are no longer supported.
Once installed, Trezor Bridge runs silently in the background and automatically detects when a Trezor device is connected to your computer.
Why Trezor Bridge Is Important
Modern browsers limit direct USB access for security reasons. Trezor Bridge solves this problem by creating a trusted local connection between the hardware wallet and supported applications. This ensures that your Trezor device can communicate safely without exposing private keys or sensitive data.
Key benefits include:
- Secure device-to-browser communication
- Compatibility with major browsers
- Automatic device detection
- Improved reliability compared to legacy extensions
How Trezor Bridge Works
After installation, Trezor Bridge runs as a background service on your computer. When you connect your Trezor device via USB and open a supported wallet interface, the Bridge detects the device and allows communication through a secure local connection.
All sensitive operations, such as transaction signing, still occur directly on the hardware wallet. Trezor Bridge never accesses or stores private keys, maintaining the core security principles of Trezor.
Installing Trezor Bridge
To install Trezor Bridge safely:
- Visit the official Trezor website
- Download the version compatible with your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux)
- Install and restart your browser if required
- Connect your Trezor device and verify the connection
Once installed, no further configuration is typically needed.
Final Thoughts
Trezor Bridge may work quietly in the background, but it plays a crucial role in the secure operation of Trezor hardware wallets on the web. By enabling reliable and secure communication between your device and browser, it ensures a smooth and safe crypto management experience. For users who prefer web-based wallet access, Trezor Bridge is an essential component.