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Getting Started

This page details everything you need to get started with NoPorts.

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Let's Talk About Keys

To make your NoPorts installation smoother and easier to understand, take a moment to watch this short video explaining NoPorts cryptographic keys.

Getting Started Overview

1

Sign up for NoPorts

Sign up for a NoPorts subscription or free trial, which includes 2 atSigns.

2

Install the NoPorts Client

Download and install the NoPorts Client on the machine you are connecting from.

3

Install the NoPorts Daemon

Download and install the NoPorts Daemon onto the machine(s) you are connecting to.

4

Use NoPorts

Use NoPorts or explore the use cases available below.

Step 1. Sign up for NoPorts

During sign up, you will receive your atSigns. Ensure that you make note of them for reference during installation.

Steps 2 and 3. Install NoPorts

We offer a range of installation options to suit your needs. Choose from our quick-start guides, which let you try NoPorts with our test connection, or see our detailed, step-by-step instructions to help you set up your own machines.

Step 4. Use NoPorts

NoPorts has endless use cases. We've provided a list of the most common ones:

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