# Getting started (/docs/users/getting-started)



## 1. Install Cento [#1-install-cento]

Run one command in your terminal:

```bash
curl -fsSL https://get.cento.app | sh
```

The script downloads the signed `cento` CLI for your platform and immediately
runs `cento host install`, which sets everything up: the background daemon,
automatic start on login, and pairing. See [install](/docs/users/install) for
Windows and other paths.

## 2. Approve pairing [#2-approve-pairing]

During install, Cento prints a link. Open it in a browser where you're signed
in to Cento and click **Approve** — that's the only manual step. Your machine
is now linked to your account. Details: [pairing](/docs/users/pairing).

## 3. Verify [#3-verify]

```bash
cento doctor
```

Exit code 0 means your machine is ready. Anything missing is listed with what
to do about it.

## 4. Create your first workspace [#4-create-your-first-workspace]

Open the Cento dashboard in your browser, create a project, and start a
workspace. The workspace runs on your machine — agents get a real checkout,
real terminals, and real running services, and you watch it all live from the
browser.