The Essential Link for Your Trezor Wallet
Trezor Bridge is the crucial software that enables secure, private communication between your Trezor hardware wallet and your web browser, unlocking the full potential of web-based crypto management.
What is Trezor Bridge?
A vital utility for every Trezor user.
Trezor Bridge is a small, lightweight application that runs in the background on your computer. Its sole purpose is to act as a secure communication channel, or 'bridge', between your Trezor hardware wallet and your web browser. Modern web browsers have security restrictions that prevent websites from directly accessing USB devices like your Trezor. The Bridge overcomes this limitation safely and reliably.
Without it, web-based applications like the official Trezor Suite for web or other third-party wallets would be unable to detect and interact with your device. It's an essential piece of software that makes the seamless, secure management of your digital assets possible directly from your browser, without ever exposing your private keys.
Why Trezor Bridge is Necessary
Understanding the core security and compatibility benefits.
The need for Trezor Bridge stems from a fundamental principle of web security: isolation. Websites are sandboxed to prevent them from accessing your local files or hardware, which is crucial for protecting you from malicious actors. Trezor Bridge provides a standardized, secure method to bypass this isolation for the specific task of wallet communication.
- Enhanced Security: By creating a dedicated, local communication protocol, the Bridge ensures that only legitimate requests are passed to your Trezor. It prevents websites from directly probing your USB ports, adding a vital layer of security against potential web-based attacks.
- Universal Browser Support: In the past, wallet communication often relied on browser-specific extensions or plugins (like WebUSB), which were not uniformly supported. Trezor Bridge provides a universal solution that - works across all major browsers, ensuring a consistent and reliable user experience regardless of your preferred platform.
- Privacy Focused: The communication happens locally on your machine (between localhost ports). This means your device interactions are not directly exposed to the public internet, preserving the privacy of your financial activities.
Core Features
Designed for security, simplicity, and reliability.
Secure Communication
Trezor Bridge establishes an encrypted, local communication channel, ensuring your private keys never leave your device.
Cross-Browser Compatibility
Works seamlessly with popular web browsers like Chrome, Firefox, and Safari, providing a consistent experience.
Easy Installation
A straightforward, one-click installation process gets you up and running in minutes without complex configurations.
Automatic Updates
The bridge stays up-to-date automatically, ensuring you always have the latest security enhancements and features.
Installation Guide
Get started in just a few simple steps.
Download the Official Installer
Visit the official Trezor Bridge download page and download the correct version for your operating system.
Run the Installer
Open the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions. The installation is quick and requires no special configuration.
Connect and Use
Once installed, the Bridge will run automatically. Connect your Trezor device and visit Trezor Suite for web to begin managing your assets.
System Requirements
Trezor Bridge is compatible with all major desktop operating systems.
Windows
Windows 10 or later
macOS
macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or later
Linux
Most modern distributions (e.g., Ubuntu, Fedora, Debian)
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about Trezor Bridge.