Trézor® Bridge®®| Introducing the New Trezor®

To use a Trezor hardware wallet smoothly with web browsers, a secure communication layer is essential. Trezor Bridge plays that role by allowing your computer and browser to interact safely with your Trezor device. Without it, many Trezor web-based features would not function properly.

What Is Trezor Bridge?

Trezor Bridge is a small background application developed by SatoshiLabs that enables communication between your Trezor hardware wallet and supported web browsers. It replaces older browser plugins and provides a more stable, secure, and user-friendly experience.

Once installed, Trezor Bridge runs silently in the background and automatically detects your connected Trezor device when you access compatible web apps.

Why Trezor Bridge Is Important

Modern browsers no longer support legacy plugins, which is why Trezor Bridge is required for browser-based wallet access. It ensures:

Secure device-to-browser communication

Reliable detection of your Trezor wallet

Protection against malicious browser scripts

Compatibility with official Trezor web interfaces

Without Trezor Bridge, your browser may fail to recognize your device, leading to connection errors or limited functionality.

How to Install Trezor Bridge

Installing Trezor Bridge is straightforward:

Visit the official Trezor setup page

Download the correct version for your operating system

Install and restart your browser

Connect your Trezor hardware wallet

Once installed, the software runs automatically and requires no manual interaction.

Trezor Bridge vs Trezor Suite

Many users wonder whether Trezor Bridge is still necessary when using Trezor Suite. If you use the desktop version of Trezor Suite, Bridge is not required. However, if you access Trezor through web-based interfaces, Trezor Bridge is essential.

Understanding this distinction helps users avoid unnecessary installations while ensuring compatibility.

Security and Privacy Benefits

Trezor Bridge is designed with security-first principles. It does not store private keys or sensitive data and only acts as a communication channel. All transaction approvals must still be confirmed on the physical Trezor device.

Conclusion

Trezor Bridge is a critical component for users who interact with their Trezor wallet through web browsers. It ensures smooth connectivity, strong security, and reliable performance. If your browser needs to communicate with your Trezor device, installing Trezor Bridge is a must.