> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.plexdevelopment.net/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.plexdevelopment.net/installation-and-setup/windows-installation-guide.md).

# Windows Installation Guide

### **Step 1: Unzip the Bot**

1. Download the bot's ZIP file from the official source.
2. **Unzip the file** into a folder of your choice.
   * Ensure the folder is in an accessible location, such as `C:\Bots\YourBotName`.

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### **Step 2: Configure the Bot**

1. Open the `config.yml` file in a text editor (we recommend **Visual Studio Code** or **Notepad++**).
2. Configure the settings in `config.yml` to suit your needs:
   * [Add your **bot token** (from Discord Developer Portal).](/installation-and-setup/bot-application-setup.md)
   * Add your **license key** (if applicable).
   * Customize other settings based on your requirements.
3. Save the file once all changes are made.

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### **Step 3: Open Command Prompt**

1. Open the Command Prompt by searching for **"cmd"** in the Start menu and clicking on it.
2. Navigate to your bot's directory using the `cd` command. For example:

   ```bash
   cd C:\Bots\YourBotName
   ```

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### **Step 4: Install Node Modules**

1. Ensure you have **Node.js LTS** installed on your system.
   * If not, download and install the latest LTS version from [Node.js official website](https://nodejs.org/).
2. In the Command Prompt, install the required Node.js dependencies by running:

   ```bash
   npm install
   ```

   * This command will install all the necessary modules listed in the `package.json` file.

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### **Step 5: Start the Bot**

1. Run the bot by typing the following command in the Command Prompt:

   ```bash
   node index
   ```
2. Check the Command Prompt for any startup messages or errors.

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### **Step 6: Verify the Bot**

1. Open your Discord server and check if the bot is online.
   * If the bot isn’t online:
     * Double-check your **bot token** in the `config.yml`.
     * Make sure the required intents are enabled.
     * Verify that your **license key** is correctly entered.
2. If you’ve confirmed these are correct and the bot is still not working, create a ticket in our [Discord Server](https://discord.gg/plexdev) for further assistance.

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By following this guide, your bot should be up and running in no time. For additional help, feel free to reach out to our support team on Discord.
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