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Netdata offers a convenient Windows installer for easy setup. This executable provides two distinct installation modes, outlined below.
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+> **Note**
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+> This feature is currently only available for Nightly releases, and the installer can be found in our [nightlies repo](https://github.com/netdata/netdata-nightlies)
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## Graphical User Interface (GUI)
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Double-clicking the installer initiates the setup process. Since Netdata adds a service to your system, you'll need to provide administrator privileges.
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The installer will then guide you through these steps:
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1. **Welcome**: This screen provides a summary of the actions the installer will perform.
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- [GPLv3 License](/LICENSE): Read the GNU General Public License v3, which governs the Netdata software.
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3. **Destination**: Choose the installation directory. By default, Netdata installs in `C:\Program Files\Netdata`.
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4. **Installation**: The installer will copy the necessary files to the chosen directory.
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-5. **Claiming**: [Connecting](/src/claim/README.md) your Netdata Agent to your Netdata Cloud Space. Here's what you can configure:
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- - **Token**: The claiming token for your Netdata Cloud Space.
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- - **Rooms**: Specify the Room IDs where you want your node to appear (comma-separated list).
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- - **Proxy**: Enter the address of a proxy server if required for communication with Netdata Cloud.
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+5. **Connect to Netdata Cloud**: To [connect](/src/claim/README.md) your Agent to your Netdata Cloud Space you need to provide the following:
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+ - **Claim Token**: The Claim Token that securely authenticates and links your Agent to your Space.
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+ - **Room IDs**: A comma-separated list of Room IDs where you want to add your Agent.
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+ - **Proxy address**: The address of a proxy server, if one is required for communication with Netdata Cloud.
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- **Insecure connection**: By default, Netdata verifies the server's certificate. Enabling this option bypasses verification (use only if necessary).
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- **Open Terminal**: Select this option to launch the `MSYS2` terminal after installation completes.
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6. **Finish**: The installation process is complete!
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-## Silent Mode
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+## Silent Mode (Command line)
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This section provides instructions for installing Netdata in silent mode, which is ideal for automated deployments.
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-Silent mode skips displaying license agreements, but requires explicitly accepting them using the `/A` option.
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+> **Info**
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+> Run the installer as admin to avoid the Windows prompt.
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+> Silent mode skips displaying license agreements, but requires explicitly accepting them using the `/A` option.
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### Available Options
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| `/D` | Specifies the desired installation directory (defaults to `C:\Program Files\Netdata`). |
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| `/T` | Opens the `MSYS2` terminal after installation. |
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| `/I` | Forces insecure connections, bypassing hostname verification (use only if absolutely necessary). |
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-| `/TOKEN=` | Sets the claiming token for your Netdata Cloud Space. |
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+| `/TOKEN=` | Sets the Claim Token for your Netdata Cloud Space. |
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| `/ROOMS=` | Comma-separated list of Room IDs where you want your node to appear. |
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| `/PROXY=` | Sets the proxy server address if your network requires one. |
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Replace `<YOUR_TOKEN>` and `<YOUR_ROOM>` with your actual Netdata Cloud Space claim token and room ID, respectively.
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+## Uninstalling
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+To uninstall Netdata, run the `uninstall.exe` file in your Netdata installation directory, typically `<YOUR_INSTALL_LOCATION>\Netdata`.
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