Trezor announces the deprecation and planned removal of the standalone Trezor Bridge software. Users are encouraged to transition to the integrated Trezor Suite experience for device connectivity and management.
Overview
The standalone Trezor Bridge software, previously required for browser communication with Trezor devices, will no longer be supported. Trezor Suite now incorporates all necessary functionality for device communication without the need for separate Bridge installation.
- Eliminates the requirement for additional background services.
- Simplifies updates and improves security.
- Reduces compatibility issues across operating systems and browsers.
Timeline
- Notice period: Users informed via website and email.
- End of support: Standalone Bridge will no longer receive updates from [date].
- Removal: Official downloads and support links for standalone Bridge will be removed by [date].
Migration to Trezor Suite
Users should migrate to Trezor Suite to maintain device compatibility and benefit from enhanced security, features, and Web3 integration:
- Download Trezor Suite from trezor.io/start.
- Connect your device and follow the setup instructions.
- All previous account configurations and settings remain compatible.
- Verify your recovery seed and PIN on the device during first setup in Suite.