Trezor has moved away from offering the standalone Trezor Bridge as a separate, user-installed application and integrated the necessary connectivity into its official Trezor Suite and web tooling. This change simplifies support, improves security, and reduces confusion for end users who previously needed Bridge to connect older web wallets or legacy flows. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Several practical reasons drove the decision. First, bundling transport logic directly into Trezor Suite and modern web endpoints removes a fragile external dependency and streamlines updates. Second, centralizing connectivity lets Trezor ship security improvements faster and reduces the attack surface related to an extra native helper. Lastly, it helps maintain compatibility as the ecosystem (browsers, OS drivers and dApp interfaces) evolves — which is critical for hardware wallets. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
The functionality previously provided by Bridge is now handled by the Trezor Suite (desktop & web) and updated transport layers — including the so-called nodeBridge and direct Suite integrations. In practice, most users who switch to the official Suite will no longer need to install or manage Bridge separately; Suite will manage communications with your Trezor device. If you were using wallet.trezor.io or other older web workflows that required Bridge, you should migrate to Suite or confirm that your third-party app supports the new transports. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Trezor's product updates and support pages document rolling changes to client software across 2024–2025 as Suite features matured and Bridge moved to end-of-life. Some older devices and firmware combinations — notably early Model One firmware versions — used HID transports that Suite no longer expects; as a result, devices with firmware older than recommended might not be auto-detected until firmware is updated or compatibility is addressed. If your device isn't visible in Suite, checking firmware and following the supported upgrade path is the first step. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
If you still have Bridge installed and want to remove it prior to switching to Suite, Trezor provides OS-specific uninstallers and steps. On macOS there is an uninstall.pkg included in the Bridge installer; Windows users should remove Bridge via Add/Remove Programs or the provided uninstaller. Follow the official removal instructions to ensure drivers and background helpers are cleaned up. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Developers who maintained integrations with the standalone Bridge must update to rely on Trezor Suite, Trezor Connect (where applicable) or nodeBridge transports. Review Trezor's developer docs and deprecation notes for migration paths and test coverage. In many cases the migration is about switching transport endpoints and ensuring third-party wallets call the supported APIs rather than the legacy native helper. Keep an eye on Suite product updates for changes to supported transports. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
From a security perspective, removing a separate native helper reduces maintenance surface area and helps ensure users receive upgrades more coherently (via Suite updates). Nevertheless, users should only download Suite from official channels and verify releases; avoid unofficial forks or third-party downloads that might bundle malicious components. Trezor's official site and guides remain the definitive source for installers and migration instructions. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
Q: Can I still use older web wallets that required Bridge?
A: Some legacy web wallets depended on Bridge; after deprecation those flows may break or require special compatibility modes. It's recommended to switch to Trezor Suite or confirm the wallet has implemented the new transports.
Q: My Trezor isn't visible in Suite after migration — what now?
A: Check firmware, update Suite to the latest version, try different USB cables/ports, and consult the official troubleshooting guide for device detection which documents common causes and fixes. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
The removal of the standalone Trezor Bridge is an intentional modernization step: it consolidates connectivity, speeds up secure updates, and reduces user friction. Migrate to the official Trezor Suite, keep firmware and Suite up to date, and always follow the official uninstall/migration guides to avoid issues. If you or your organization depend on legacy workflows, plan and test a migration path — it’s smoother if done proactively rather than reactively.