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# Connect Your Trezor to MetaMask, Exodus & Other Apps

> Integrate your Trezor hardware wallet with MetaMask, Exodus, MyEtherWallet, Electrum, and other apps to access DeFi, more coins, and additional features.

Trezor Suite covers the most common use cases for managing and transacting with cryptocurrency, but third-party applications unlock a broader ecosystem. By connecting your Trezor to external wallets and apps, you can interact with decentralised finance (DeFi) protocols, manage coins not yet in Trezor Suite, and use advanced tooling — all while keeping your private keys securely on the device.

## Why Use Third-Party Apps With Trezor

* **Access DeFi and dApps** — connect to decentralised exchanges, lending protocols, and NFT platforms through browser-based interfaces.
* **Broader coin support** — some cryptocurrencies are only accessible via dedicated third-party wallets until native Trezor Suite support arrives.
* **Advanced features** — tools like Electrum offer deep fee control, multi-signature setups, and watch-only wallet configurations.
* **Unified portfolio views** — apps like Exodus combine multiple assets in a single interface with built-in exchange functionality.

In every case, your private keys never leave the Trezor device. The third-party app constructs and displays the transaction; your Trezor signs it.

## Compatible Applications

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="MetaMask" icon="fox">
    The leading Ethereum and EVM-compatible browser wallet. Connect your Trezor to MetaMask to interact with dApps, DeFi protocols, and NFT platforms while keeping signing on the hardware device.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Exodus" icon="wallet">
    A desktop and mobile wallet supporting 300+ assets. Link your Trezor to Exodus for an enriched portfolio view, built-in asset swaps, and access to coins not yet in Trezor Suite.
  </Card>

  <Card title="MyEtherWallet" icon="ethereum">
    A long-standing web interface for Ethereum and ERC-20 tokens. Use it to interact directly with Ethereum smart contracts and manage tokens with Trezor as the signing device.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Electrum" icon="bitcoin">
    A lightweight, feature-rich Bitcoin wallet. Connects to your own full node, supports multi-signature configurations, and offers granular fee and UTXO management for power users.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Connect Trezor to MetaMask

<Steps>
  <Step title="Install MetaMask">
    Download and install the MetaMask browser extension from **[metamask.io](https://metamask.io)** for Chrome, Firefox, Brave, or Edge. Never install MetaMask from unofficial sources.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Open MetaMask and Go to Connect Hardware Wallet">
    Click the MetaMask extension icon, then click the account selector at the top of the popup. Select **Add account or hardware wallet**, then choose **Add hardware wallet**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Select Trezor and Connect">
    Choose **Trezor** from the list of hardware wallet options. MetaMask will open a new tab and attempt to communicate with your device. Connect your Trezor via USB and unlock it with your PIN when prompted.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Select Accounts to Import">
    MetaMask displays a list of Ethereum addresses derived from your Trezor seed. Select the accounts you want to use in MetaMask and click **Unlock**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Use Trezor for Transaction Signing">
    Your selected accounts appear in MetaMask like any other account, but every transaction or signature request triggers a confirmation prompt on your Trezor device. Always verify details on the device screen before confirming.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Connect Trezor to Exodus

<Steps>
  <Step title="Download and Install Exodus">
    Download Exodus from **[exodus.com](https://www.exodus.com)** for your operating system. Verify the installer's authenticity using the checksum provided on the official download page.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Open Exodus and Navigate to the Trezor Section">
    In Exodus, open the left-hand menu and select **Trezor**. Exodus provides a dedicated section for hardware wallet integration.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Connect and Unlock Your Trezor">
    Plug in your Trezor device via USB and enter your PIN on the device when Exodus prompts you. Exodus will establish a connection with the device.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Select Assets to Manage">
    Exodus will present the list of supported assets it can manage via your Trezor. Enable the coins you wish to use and confirm on the device.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Manage Assets in Exodus">
    Your Trezor-backed accounts now appear in Exodus alongside any software wallet accounts. Sending assets will always prompt for confirmation on the Trezor device screen.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Warning>
  Only download third-party applications from their **official websites**. Malicious clones of MetaMask, Exodus, and other popular wallets are distributed through fake websites, unofficial app stores, and phishing links. A compromised app could attempt to intercept your transactions or steal your recovery seed. Always double-check the URL and verify download integrity using checksums where available.
</Warning>

<Note>
  If you are a developer building an application that integrates Trezor signing, explore the **Trezor Connect SDK** at [connect.trezor.io](https://connect.trezor.io). The SDK provides a simple JavaScript API that lets your web or desktop application request transaction signing, public key export, and other operations from a connected Trezor device — no custom firmware or low-level USB handling required.
</Note>