Trézór Bridge® | (en-US) | Crypto* in TreZor™ Suite™

Cryptocurrency transactions require precision and protection. While hardware wallets safeguard private keys offline, a secure communication tool is needed to connect the device to your browser. Trezor Bridge fulfills this role within the Trezor ecosystem.

It replaces outdated browser extensions with a more secure and stable connection method.

Why Browser Communication Matters

When you initiate a crypto transaction online, your browser must send transaction details to your hardware wallet. Without a secure bridge, this communication could fail or become vulnerable to manipulation.

Trezor Bridge ensures:

Local encrypted communication

Reliable browser detection

Smooth transaction processing

Minimal compatibility conflicts

This structure significantly reduces the attack surface compared to browser plugins.

Private Keys Never Leave the Device

Using Trezor Model T or Trezor Model One, your private keys stay inside the device at all times. Trezor Bridge cannot access or extract these keys.

The process works as follows:

Browser creates an unsigned transaction.

Trezor Bridge passes the request locally.

The hardware wallet signs internally.

The signed transaction is returned to the browser.

Every approval must be physically confirmed on the device screen.

Improved Stability Over Extensions

Browser extensions were once common for hardware wallet communication. However, they introduced compatibility issues during browser updates and posed additional security risks.

Trezor Bridge eliminates those concerns by running as a local application instead of a plugin, improving stability and long-term support.

Seamless Integration with Trezor Suite

For comprehensive management, users often rely on Trezor Suite. While Suite desktop provides an all-in-one interface, Bridge ensures web compatibility when needed.

Users benefit from:

Secure crypto transfers

Real-time portfolio tracking

Account management

Firmware updates

This integration creates a complete and secure workflow.

Backed by Trusted Development

Trezor products are built by SatoshiLabs, known for pioneering hardware wallet innovation. Their commitment to transparency and open-source code enhances trust across the crypto community.

Regular updates to Trezor Bridge maintain strong compatibility and performance standards.

Best Practices

To maintain optimal security:

Always download from official sources

Keep the software updated

Avoid third-party installers

Regularly check for firmware upgrades

Crypto security is an ongoing process, not a one-time setup.

Conclusion

Trezor® Bridge strengthens the connection between your browser and hardware wallet, ensuring encrypted and stable communication. By eliminating outdated extensions and providing a secure local channel, it enhances the overall reliability of crypto transactions.

For anyone managing digital assets through a web interface, Trezor Bridge is an essential component of safe and efficient cryptocurrency operations.