Trezor Bridge

Secure communication between your Trezor hardware wallet and web browser

What is Trezor Bridge?

Trezor Bridge is a lightweight background service that enables secure communication between your Trezor hardware wallet and your web browser. It acts as a facilitator, allowing the Trezor Wallet interface and other web applications to interact with your Trezor device without requiring browser extensions.

This essential component ensures that your private keys never leave your Trezor device while still providing a seamless user experience for managing your cryptocurrencies through web-based interfaces.

Key Features

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Enhanced Security

Maintains the highest security standards by keeping your private keys securely stored on your Trezor device, never exposing them to your computer or the internet.

Seamless Connectivity

Provides a smooth and reliable connection between your Trezor device and supported web browsers, ensuring uninterrupted access to your cryptocurrency assets.

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Automatic Updates

Regularly updates in the background to ensure compatibility with the latest security protocols and browser technologies.

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Browser Compatibility

Works with major web browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Brave, providing a consistent experience across platforms.

How Trezor Bridge Works

Communication Protocol

Trezor Bridge establishes a secure local connection between your web browser and the Trezor device. When you connect your Trezor to your computer, the Bridge service detects the device and creates a secure communication channel that web applications can use to send and receive data.

Background Operation

The service runs quietly in the background of your operating system, automatically starting when needed and remaining available for whenever you want to access your Trezor wallet through a web interface.

Security Architecture

All sensitive operations, including transaction signing and private key access, occur exclusively on the Trezor device itself. Trezor Bridge only transmits encrypted messages between the device and browser, ensuring that your keys remain protected at all times.

System Compatibility

Windows

Compatible with Windows 10 and later versions. Supports both 32-bit and 64-bit architectures.

macOS

Works with macOS 10.11 (El Capitan) and newer versions, including the latest releases.

Linux

Available for most popular Linux distributions, with packages for Debian, Ubuntu, Fedora, and others.

Benefits of Using Trezor Bridge

No Browser Extensions Required

Unlike some other hardware wallet solutions, Trezor Bridge doesn't require browser extensions, reducing potential attack vectors and compatibility issues.

Cross-Platform Consistency

Provides a uniform experience across different operating systems and browsers, ensuring that your interaction with Trezor devices remains consistent regardless of your setup.

Minimal Resource Usage

Designed to be lightweight and efficient, Trezor Bridge consumes minimal system resources while running in the background.