> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.zer0.build/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.zer0.build/getting-started/quick-start.md). # Quick Start Guide {% hint style="success" %} **Get started with zer0 in under 5 minutes!** This guide will help you download, install, and start earning $zer0 tokens right away. {% endhint %} ## 🚀 3 Steps to Privacy & Earnings ### Step 1: Download zer0 Browser Choose your platform and download the latest release: {% tabs %} {% tab title="Windows" %} **Download for Windows 10/11 (64-bit)** 1. Visit [GitHub Releases](https://github.com/BrowserZer0/Zer0/releases/latest) 2. Download `zer0-Setup-x.x.x.exe` 3. Run the installer 4. Follow the installation wizard **System Requirements:** * Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit) * 4 GB RAM (recommended) * 500 MB disk space {% endtab %} {% tab title="macOS" %} **Download for macOS 10.13+** 1. Visit [GitHub Releases](https://github.com/BrowserZer0/Zer0/releases/latest) 2. Download `zer0-x.x.x.dmg` 3. Open the DMG file 4. Drag zer0 to Applications folder **System Requirements:** * macOS 10.13 (High Sierra) or later * 4 GB RAM (recommended) * 500 MB disk space {% endtab %} {% tab title="Linux" %} **Download for Linux (64-bit)** 1. Visit [GitHub Releases](https://github.com/BrowserZer0/Zer0/releases/latest) 2. Download `zer0-x.x.x.AppImage` or `.deb` package 3. Make executable: `chmod +x zer0-x.x.x.AppImage` 4. Run the AppImage or install the .deb package **System Requirements:** * 64-bit Linux distribution * 4 GB RAM (recommended) * 500 MB disk space {% endtab %} {% endtabs %} *** ### Step 2: Create Your zer0 Wallet When you first launch zer0, you'll be prompted to create a wallet: 1. **Launch zer0 Browser** from your applications 2. **Create Wallet** - Generate a new shielded wallet 3. **Save Your Seed Phrase** - Write down your 24-word recovery phrase 4. **Confirm Seed Phrase** - Verify you saved it correctly {% hint style="danger" %} **NEVER share your seed phrase!** It's the only way to recover your wallet and $zer0 tokens. Store it securely offline. {% endhint %} *** ### Step 3: Start Browsing & Earning You're all set! Now you can: ✅ **Browse Anonymously** - All traffic is routed through Tor automatically ✅ **Earn $zer0 Tokens** - Get 0.13 $zer0 per minute of private browsing ✅ **Use AI Agents** - Access on-device AI for private workflows ✅ **Stake Tokens** - Lock $zer0 to run mixnodes and earn 15% APY ``` 💡 Pro Tip: Leave zer0 running in the background to maximize your earnings! ``` *** ## 🎯 What's Next?
📖 Learn the BasicsUnderstand how zer0 protects your privacy and rewards you/pages/PDp7cgRpirx2NO0VMebJ
💰 Maximize EarningsDiscover all the ways to earn and stake $zer0 tokens/pages/rKtFh6rPvH4xVwqiGuHg
🤖 Use AI AgentsUnlock the power of private, on-device AI workflows/pages/L1ebNvVf1TIq5Pdpt2OT
*** ## 🆘 Need Help?
Browser won't connect to Tor network **Solution:** 1. Check your internet connection 2. Disable VPN temporarily (can conflict with Tor) 3. Try restarting zer0 browser 4. Check [Tor Network Status](https://status.torproject.org/) If issues persist, see our [Troubleshooting Guide](https://github.com/Onesignature/Zer0-gitbook/blob/main/resources/support.md).
Not seeing $zer0 earnings **Solution:** 1. Ensure your wallet is created and synced 2. Check that you're browsing with Tor enabled (shield icon should be green) 3. Earnings are distributed every 10 minutes - be patient! 4. Verify you're not blocking ads (privacy-preserving ads fund rewards)
How do I import an existing wallet? **Solution:** On the wallet creation screen, select "Import Existing Wallet" and enter your 24-word seed phrase. Your balance and transaction history will sync automatically.
*** {% hint style="info" %} **Still have questions?** Check our [FAQ](/resources/faq.md) or join our [Discord community](https://discord.gg/zer0) for instant support! {% endhint %} *** ## 📚 Additional Resources * [Full Installation Guide](/getting-started/installation.md) - Detailed installation instructions * [System Requirements](/getting-started/system-requirements.md) - Check compatibility * [Privacy Architecture](/core-concepts/privacy-architecture.md) - How zer0 keeps you anonymous * [Token Economics](/token-economics/tokenomics.md) - Deep dive into $zer0 --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.zer0.build/getting-started/quick-start.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.