Quick Start

Install Navin, configure a model provider, and send a first message.

1. Install

Download the desktop app from navin.live/download and install it.

• Windows: run the .exe installer. If SmartScreen appears, use More info → Run anyway.
• macOS: open the .dmg, drag Navin to Applications. If Gatekeeper blocks it: right-click → Open.
• Linux: use the AppImage (may need libfuse2) or the .deb / .rpm.

2. First launch

On first launch, Navin shows a short setup wizard:

1. Choose the interface language.
2. Add your own API key (BYOK). The product is free to use with your keys. You may optionally connect a navin.live account for paid managed credits later.
3. Open the demo workspace, or go to chat.

3. First prompt

On an empty chat, use a suggested action (plan, analyze, brainstorm, code) or type your own request.

4. Data and account sync

• API keys, chats, files, and memory stay on your machine.
• A navin.live account syncs plan, license, devices, and usage. It does not sync private chat history.

For a guided walkthrough with no terminal experience required, see Start Without Technical Background.