What is Trezor Bridge?
Trezor Bridge is a communication tool that allows your Trezor hardware wallet to securely interact with web browsers. It establishes a safe connection between your device and supported web applications, enabling you to manage your cryptocurrencies without compromising security.
Unlike browser extensions, Trezor Bridge runs as a background service on your computer, ensuring that your private keys never leave your hardware wallet while still allowing convenient access to web-based cryptocurrency services.
How It Works
Trezor Bridge creates a local communication channel between your Trezor device and compatible web applications. When you connect your Trezor to your computer, the Bridge service detects it and facilitates secure communication with web interfaces like Trezor Wallet, MyEtherWallet, and other supported platforms.
The application runs silently in the background, only activating when you initiate a transaction or need to confirm an action on your hardware wallet. This approach maintains the highest security standards while providing a seamless user experience.
Enhanced Security
Your private keys remain securely stored on your Trezor device, never exposed to your computer or the internet.
Seamless Integration
Works automatically with supported web applications without requiring additional configuration.
Cross-Platform
Compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems for broad accessibility.
Security Benefits
Trezor Bridge enhances security by isolating sensitive operations within your hardware wallet. When you confirm a transaction, the signing process happens directly on the Trezor device, ensuring that private keys never touch your computer's memory.
This approach protects against malware, keyloggers, and other threats that might compromise software wallets. Even if your computer is infected, your cryptocurrency remains secure as long as you verify transaction details on your Trezor's display.
Compatibility
Trezor Bridge is compatible with all Trezor hardware wallet models, including Trezor One and Trezor Model T. It works with major browsers like Chrome, Firefox, and Brave, ensuring you can access your cryptocurrency from your preferred browsing environment.
The service supports integration with popular cryptocurrency platforms and decentralized applications, expanding the functionality of your hardware wallet beyond basic storage to active participation in the blockchain ecosystem.