What is Trezor Bridge?
Trezor Bridge is a lightweight background service that enables secure communication between your Trezor hardware wallet and supported web browsers. It acts as a facilitator, allowing your browser to interact with your Trezor device without compromising security.
Unlike browser extensions, Trezor Bridge runs as a standalone application in the background, providing a stable and secure connection channel. It automatically detects when you connect your Trezor device and prepares it for interaction with web-based wallet interfaces.
Key Features
Secure Communication
Establishes an encrypted channel between your Trezor device and web browsers, ensuring that private keys never leave the hardware wallet.
Automatic Detection
Automatically recognizes when a Trezor device is connected to your computer and prepares it for use with web interfaces.
Cross-Browser Compatibility
Works seamlessly with major web browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Brave without requiring separate extensions.
Background Operation
Runs quietly in the background without interfering with other applications or requiring constant user interaction.
System Requirements
Trezor Bridge is designed to be compatible with a wide range of systems and configurations:
Operating Systems
Supported Browsers
Security Architecture
Trezor Bridge is built with security as the primary consideration:
No Private Key Exposure
All cryptographic operations, including private key usage, occur exclusively on the Trezor hardware device. Trezor Bridge only facilitates communication and never has access to sensitive information.
Verified Communication
Each transaction is displayed on the Trezor device screen for manual verification, ensuring that users confirm every action before execution.
Automatic Updates
Trezor Bridge includes an automatic update mechanism to ensure you always have the latest security enhancements and compatibility improvements.
How It Works
Trezor Bridge operates through a straightforward process:
1. The application runs as a background service on your computer, waiting for a Trezor device to be connected.
2. When you connect your Trezor hardware wallet, Bridge automatically detects it and establishes a secure communication channel.
3. When you visit a supported web wallet interface, the website communicates with Bridge instead of directly with the device.
4. Bridge relays messages between the web interface and your Trezor device, ensuring all sensitive operations happen securely on the hardware wallet.
5. You verify and confirm all transactions directly on your Trezor device screen, maintaining the highest level of security.
Important Disclaimer
The information provided on this page is for educational and informational purposes only. Trezor Bridge is a communication tool that facilitates interaction between Trezor hardware wallets and web browsers.
Cryptocurrency investments carry inherent risks, including the potential loss of principal. Always ensure you understand the security implications of using any cryptocurrency storage solution.
This content is not financial advice, and users should conduct their own research and consult with financial advisors before making any investment decisions. The developers and distributors of Trezor Bridge are not responsible for any losses incurred through the use of this software or related services.
Always verify that you are using genuine Trezor hardware and software from official sources to avoid potential security compromises.