The secure communication layer that connects your Trezor hardware wallet to your desktop environment, enabling smooth interaction with Trezor Suite and other compatible apps.
Trezor Bridge is a lightweight software component developed by SatoshiLabs that allows communication between your Trezor hardware wallet and computer applications such as Trezor Suite. It replaces older browser plugins, offering a more stable, reliable, and secure interface for cryptocurrency management.
Bridge acts as a connector — translating commands from your desktop app into secure USB communication with your hardware wallet. Without it, your computer would not recognize or properly communicate with your Trezor device.
Trezor Bridge enhances user experience and security by ensuring that all communication between your computer and your wallet happens locally and securely. It minimizes the risk of connection interruptions or malicious interference, allowing for a smoother setup and transaction signing process.
When installed, Trezor Bridge runs quietly in the background, enabling communication between your hardware wallet and the application in use. When you plug in your Trezor device and open Trezor Suite, Bridge automatically recognizes the connection, ensuring the wallet can sign and verify transactions directly from the desktop app.
Trezor Bridge supports most modern operating systems, ensuring universal compatibility across devices:
If Trezor Suite doesn’t detect your device after installing Bridge, follow these steps:
Security is a core principle of every Trezor component. Trezor Bridge does not store any user data, private keys, or wallet information. Its function is purely communicative, ensuring a local connection between your device and software — never transmitting data to external servers.
Once Bridge is active, Trezor Suite can seamlessly detect your hardware wallet. Every action you perform — from checking balances to sending transactions — passes securely through Bridge to your Trezor device for physical confirmation. This ensures you retain complete control over your private keys while interacting with your crypto assets.
Trezor Bridge automatically checks for updates during system startup. Keeping Bridge updated ensures the latest security protocols and bug fixes are applied. Manual updates are also possible by reinstalling the latest version when new releases are available.
Trezor Bridge is trusted for its simplicity, reliability, and emphasis on user privacy. It provides a seamless way to communicate between your Trezor hardware wallet and computer without exposing your data online. Whether managing assets, signing transactions, or verifying firmware updates, Bridge ensures everything happens securely within your control.