How can my family access my Trezor Hardware Wallet account after I die?

The process typically involves contacting Trezor Hardware Wallet with a death certificate and proof of relationship. Our step-by-step guide walks you through the exact procedure.

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What Happens to Your Trezor Hardware Wallet Account When You Die

Seed phrase critical

Quick Facts

Recovery

Seed phrase

Models

Model One / Model T / Safe 3

Support

trezor.io/support

Step-by-Step Guide

Locate device and seed phrase

Same process as Ledger. Find the physical device and the seed phrase backup.

Access via Trezor Suite

Download Trezor Suite (suite.trezor.io), connect device, enter PIN.

If no PIN, restore with seed phrase on new device

Buy a new Trezor, restore during setup using the seed phrase.

Document Now Checklist

Trezor device location
Seed phrase location
PIN location

Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with Trezor Hardware Wallet. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

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