Trezor Bridge®
Trezor Bridge (v24.9.2) enables seamless connectivity between your Trezor device and browser, ensuring smooth, secure transactions and wallet management.
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Trezor Bridge (v24.9.2) enables seamless connectivity between your Trezor device and browser, ensuring smooth, secure transactions and wallet management.
Last updated
Trezor Bridge - Connecting Your Trezor Wallet to Your Browser Safely
Trezor Bridge is an essential software tool designed to connect Trezor hardware wallets to your web browser, enabling secure and seamless cryptocurrency management. This bridge enhances communication between your Trezor device and the Trezor Wallet interface, providing users a smooth and secure experience while managing digital assets. Here’s everything you need to know about Trezor Bridge, how it works, and why it’s vital for crypto security.
What is Trezor Bridge?
Trezor Bridge is a software application created by SatoshiLabs, the team behind Trezor wallets, to facilitate secure interaction between Trezor hardware wallets (such as the Trezor Model One and Trezor Model T) and supported web browsers like Chrome, Firefox, and Edge. By installing Trezor Bridge on your computer, you create a secure channel that allows you to manage, send, and receive cryptocurrencies directly from your web browser.
Why Do You Need Trezor Bridge?
Trezor Bridge is necessary because browsers, by default, are unable to directly communicate with hardware wallets. Instead of relying on browser-based extensions, which can pose security risks, Trezor Bridge creates a direct, encrypted link between your browser and Trezor hardware wallet. This process ensures that sensitive information, such as your private keys and transaction details, remains securely stored on your Trezor device rather than your computer or online.