Official Site | Trezor Bridge®

🔌 What is Trezor Bridge®?

Trezor Bridge® is a lightweight software that enables communication between your Trezor hardware wallet and your browser or desktop applications. It acts as a secure communication channel, ensuring your data never leaves your device unless explicitly authorized by you.

Unlike browser-based interfaces that rely on extensions, Trezor Bridge offers direct, stable, and private access to your crypto assets through Trezor Suite and third-party apps.

✅ Why Should You Use Bridge?

      ✅ Bridge ensures compatibility across browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge) without needing additional plugins or extensions.
    

🔐 Security: Protects private keys by keeping communication local.
⚡ Performance: Faster communication with Trezor Suite.
🧩 Extension-Free: Works without browser extensions that may conflict or become deprecated.
🖥️ Cross-Platform: Available on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
🧠 User Friendly: One-time setup with automatic background operation.

⚙️ How to Install Trezor Bridge

🔗 Go to the official download page: https://trezor.io/bridge
💻 Choose your operating system: Windows, macOS, or Linux
⬇️ Download the latest version of Trezor Bridge
🛠️ Run the installer and follow on-screen instructions
🔁 Restart your browser once installation completes
✔️ Connect your Trezor device and open Trezor Suite Web

Note: Some systems may require admin privileges to install Bridge properly.

🔒 Connecting Trezor with Bridge

Once installed, Bridge automatically runs in the background and connects with your device when needed. Here's how to use it:

🔌 Connect your Trezor wallet via USB
🔍 Trezor Suite or your app will detect Bridge automatically
📱 Confirm device actions directly on your Trezor screen
🚫 If Suite doesn't recognize the device, try restarting Bridge or checking the USB port

      🚨 Important: You may need to allow Trezor Bridge through your system's firewall or security settings.
    

🧰 Troubleshooting Tips

🔁 Restart the Bridge service or your computer if the device isn't detected
🔒 Ensure no other crypto extensions (like MetaMask) are interfering
🧼 Clear browser cache and cookies
🔌 Try a different USB port or cable
🆙 Make sure Bridge and your device firmware are updated
💡 Disable VPNs or proxies temporarily during setup

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bridge required to use my Trezor?

✅ Yes, if you're using the web version of Trezor Suite or certain third-party services, Bridge is required to connect your device.

Can I use Bridge and the desktop app together?

🚫 No, Trezor Suite desktop does not need Bridge. It communicates directly with your Trezor device.

Is Trezor Bridge safe?

🔒 Yes. It's developed by SatoshiLabs and designed to run locally with no remote access.

How do I update Trezor Bridge?

⬆️ Visit the official page, download the latest version, and reinstall. It will replace the older version safely.

What happens if I uninstall Bridge?

🧹 You will lose the ability to connect your Trezor to web interfaces until it is reinstalled.

Does it work with MetaMask?

🧩 Yes, MetaMask can communicate with your Trezor if Bridge is installed and running correctly.