Trezor Bridge — What It Is and Why You Need It

What is Trezor Bridge?

Trezor Bridge is a small background service that acts as the communication layer between your Trezor hardware wallet and applications like Trezor Suite. Without it, your computer and browser cannot properly interact with the device.

Why do you need it?

Modern browsers and operating systems often limit direct USB communication with hardware wallets. Trezor Bridge solves this problem by running locally and securely handling communication. It ensures that when you approve a transaction, the confirmation is relayed safely to the blockchain via the connected app.

In short: Trezor Bridge makes sure your computer and your Trezor device can talk to each other in a safe, reliable way.

How do you install Trezor Bridge?

Visit the official Trezor Bridge page.
Download the version for your operating system (Windows, macOS, Linux).
Install it using the on-screen instructions.
Restart your browser or reconnect your device if needed.

Do you always need Trezor Bridge?

If you are using the desktop version of Trezor Suite, you don’t need Bridge since the app includes its own communication layer. However, if you’re using the web version of Trezor Suite in a browser, Bridge is required.

Conclusion

Trezor Bridge may be invisible while it runs, but it plays a crucial role in ensuring seamless, secure operation of your Trezor hardware wallet with web-based apps. Installing it from the official website ensures you can safely manage your cryptocurrencies without connection issues.