The Official Communication Layer Between Your Trezor Hardware Wallet and Web Applications
Trezor Bridge is an essential software component that enables secure communication between Trezor hardware wallets and web-based interfaces. It acts as a background service installed on your computer, allowing supported browsers to detect and interact with your Trezor device via a USB connection.
Without Trezor Bridge, browsers would not be able to communicate directly with the hardware wallet. This makes Trezor Bridge a critical element for users who manage cryptocurrency through browser-based platforms, including Trezor Suite Web and other supported third-party services.
Modern web browsers do not natively support direct USB communication with hardware wallets. Trezor Bridge fills this gap by creating a secure channel between your device and the browser while maintaining the highest security standards.
Trezor Bridge runs quietly in the background once installed. When a supported web application requests access to your Trezor device, the request is routed through Trezor Bridge, which verifies the connection and establishes a secure communication channel.
All sensitive actions such as signing transactions or verifying addresses still require physical confirmation on the Trezor device. Trezor Bridge never has access to your private keys and cannot initiate actions on its own.
Trezor Bridge is primarily required when using Trezor with web-based wallet interfaces. While the Trezor Suite desktop application includes its own communication layer, the web version relies on Trezor Bridge.
After installation, Trezor Bridge will automatically start when your computer boots and remain active in the background.
Trezor Bridge is designed to work across major platforms to provide a consistent user experience.
Supported browsers typically include Chrome, Firefox, Brave, and other Chromium-based browsers.
Security is the foundation of Trezor Bridge. The software does not store, transmit, or access private keys. All cryptographic operations occur directly on the Trezor hardware wallet.
Trezor Bridge and Trezor Suite Desktop serve similar purposes but are designed for different use cases. Trezor Suite Desktop includes built-in communication features, while Trezor Bridge enables browser-based access.
Users who prefer a lightweight, browser-only experience often rely on Trezor Bridge, while desktop users benefit from an all-in-one application.
Most connection issues can be resolved by reinstalling Trezor Bridge or restarting your system.
Trezor Bridge is a vital component for users who want to manage their Trezor hardware wallets through web-based interfaces. By acting as a secure communication layer, it ensures that users can interact with their assets without compromising safety.
When used alongside a Trezor hardware wallet, Trezor Bridge provides a reliable and secure way to access cryptocurrency accounts while keeping private keys offline at all times.