Trezor Bridge Deprecation

What Was Standalone Trezor Bridge?

The standalone Trezor Bridge was a background application that served as a communication layer between Trezor hardware wallets and browsers or desktop apps. It allowed the browser to detect the Trezor device, handle USB traffic, and route secure messages. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

However, as Trezor’s ecosystem matured, many functions of Bridge are now incorporated directly into Trezor Suite, making the separate background app redundant and potentially conflicting with newer versions of the software. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Why Deprecate & Remove Bridge?

• Avoid Conflicts: Having standalone Bridge installed can interfere with Trezor Suite and future updates. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
• Simplify Usage: With functionality built into Trezor Suite, users no longer need a separate application running in the background. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
• Modern Browser APIs: Many browsers now support direct hardware communication methods (e.g. WebUSB / WebHID), reducing reliance on middleware. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
• Maintenance Overhead: Reducing separate components allows Trezor to focus on Suite and core tools, with fewer compatibility issues.
• User Clarity: Fewer moving parts means simpler user experience and fewer inadvertent errors or misconfigurations.

How to Uninstall Standalone Bridge

If you still have the standalone Trezor Bridge installed, you should uninstall it to avoid future issues. Follow these steps per OS: :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

macOS

• Open Finder → Applications → Utilities → TREZOR Bridge
• Double-click uninstall.pkg and follow the prompt.

Windows

• Open File Explorer → Program Files → TREZOR Bridge
• Double-click uninstall.exe to remove the program.

Linux

• Run command: sudo apt remove trezor-bridge
• Check removal: sudo apt list --installed | grep trezor-bridge should return no result.

After uninstalling, verify that the process trezord (or trezord-go) is no longer running in your system utilities. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

Transitioning to Trezor Suite

Once standalone Bridge is removed, your Trezor device connectivity is handled via Trezor Suite. Use the Suite for desktop or web for all functionality. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

The web version of Suite uses integrated mechanisms (e.g. WebUSB) or built-in Bridge logic as needed, so users no longer need to manage a separate Bridge process. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

1. Download & install the latest Trezor Suite from official Trezor website.
2. Connect your Trezor device and allow Suite to detect it automatically.
3. Follow setup: PIN, firmware update, configuration.
4. Enable coins, manage assets, NFTs, transactions directly from Suite.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Will I lose access to my Trezor device if I remove Bridge?
  No — you’ll access it via Trezor Suite, which includes or handles the necessary connectivity internally.
• Do I still need Bridge for web apps?
  For many modern browsers, direct communication is supported. In some cases, Suite’s built-in Bridge is used behind the scenes. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
• What if I have both Bridge and Suite installed?
  Uninstall Bridge first to avoid conflicts; Suite should work smoothly afterward.
• How do I verify removal?
  After uninstall, check system processes — no “trezord” or “trezord-go” should be active. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
• Where is official documentation?
  The deprecation notice is on Trezor’s official site: “Deprecation and removal of standalone Trezor Bridge.” :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}