> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.aethir.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.aethir.com/aethir-claw/aethir-claw-user-guide-set-your-ai-agent-up-in-5-minutes.md).

# Aethir Claw User Guide: Set Your AI Agent up in 5 Minutes

From sign-up to a fully running AI agent with 50+ pre-installed skills active takes just four steps. 

No terminal, no API key setup, no infrastructure configuration.

#### Create Your Aethir Claw Account

* Visit claw\.aethir.com and sign up with your email address. 
* Verify your account via the confirmation email. <br>

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#### Select Your Hosting Region

* Choose the geographic region where your agent container will run.&#x20;
* Closer regions mean lower latency.&#x20;
* Pro and Enterprise plans unlock all available regions.

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#### Choose a Subscription Plan & Pay

* Select the plan that matches your usage.&#x20;
* Complete payment. Your container spins up automatically. <br>

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#### Set Up Your LLM API Key

* Enter an LLM API key from your chosen provider. All popular providers all available in the dropdown menu.

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#### Select Pre-Built Agent Persona or Skip Step

* Select the pre-built agent personas -  General AI assistant or skip this step and build your own agent with customizable skills.

#### Launch Your First AI Agent

* Congratulations, you’ve just launched your first AI agent.

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* You can communicate with your AI agent directly in the Aethir Claw dashboard to assign tasks, modify skills, and install new skills.

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* The “Skills” section in the left-side menu allows you to browse and install numerous skills.&#x20;

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* In the “Remote” section in the left-side menu, you can set up remote communication with your AI agent through WhatsApp, Telegram, and WeChat.

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* In the “LLM Configure” section in the left-side menu, you can modify your LLM API key and change it at any time.&#x20;

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