Trezor Bridge®
Trezor Bridge offers a secure communication channel between your Trezor wallet and browser, ensuring encrypted data exchange and protection against unauthorized access for cryptocurrency transactions
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Trezor Bridge offers a secure communication channel between your Trezor wallet and browser, ensuring encrypted data exchange and protection against unauthorized access for cryptocurrency transactions
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Trezor Bridge is a lightweight, cross-platform communication tool that enables seamless interaction between your web browser and your Trezor hardware wallet. Developed by SatoshiLabs, it replaces the older Chrome-only Trezor Wallet extension and offers broad compatibility with major desktop browsers—including Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Brave—on Windows, macOS, and Linux. By establishing a secure, encrypted channel between your computer and the Trezor device, Bridge ensures that transaction data, public keys, and other sensitive information never leaves your hardware wallet, providing a critical security layer for managing cryptocurrencies.
For users who value self-custody, Bridge is indispensable. It allows wallet interfaces—such as Trezor Suite and various third-party web wallets—to detect and communicate with your Trezor device without exposing private keys. Because Bridge runs locally, it eliminates dependence on browser extensions, reducing attack surfaces. Moreover, its automatic update mechanism delivers new features and security patches promptly, helping you stay ahead of evolving threats.
The installation process is straightforward: download the installer from trezor.io/start, run it, and then refresh your browser. Once Bridge is up and running, any supported web wallet will prompt you to connect your device. Behind the scenes, Bridge listens on a secure local port, authenticates the wallet interface via cryptographic handshake, and then passes signed transaction requests back and forth. For developers, Bridge offers a JSON-RPC API, enabling integration with custom applications and scripts for advanced users or institutional setups.
In short, Trezor Bridge is a vital component for anyone using a Trezor hardware wallet on modern desktop environments. It streamlines device detection, enhances security, and ensures compatibility with the growing ecosystem of web-based wallet platforms. Whether you’re a beginner buying your first Trezor or an experienced hodler managing a large portfolio, Bridge makes the connection between your browser and your hardware wallet both secure and hassle-free.
