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# Start here

Before doing anything make sure to have access to a license. **Do not have one?** 

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[License](/zed-docs/bot-setup/license.md)
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Once you have a license, make sure to download the bot. The download links are available in the discord server, and are private for license holders only. All major platforms are supported:

* Windows 
* Mac
* Linux

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Once downloaded, make sure to setup the configuration file and the tasks file before running the bot.
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Information on how to setup the configuration file.

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[Configuration](/zed-docs/bot-setup/configuration.md)
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Information on how to setup the tasks file.

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[Tasks](/zed-docs/bot-setup/tasks.md)
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Once both files are setup correctly, you can now start using the bot. Make sure to read the [General](/zed-docs/general/node.md) section of the documentation for more information on how to optimize your setup.

More information on how to improve your botting:

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[Node](/zed-docs/general/node.md)
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[Server](/zed-docs/general/server.md)
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