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Go from zero to a running Bolly instance in three steps.
1

Install Bolly

Run the one-line installer on Linux or macOS:
curl -fsSL https://bollyai.dev/install.sh | bash
This downloads the latest binary, creates your config directory at ~/.bolly/, and starts the service automatically.
On macOS, you can also download the Desktop App for a native experience with computer use support.
2

Open your browser

Go to http://localhost:26559. Bolly will walk you through setup right in the browser — you’ll choose between an Anthropic API key or a Claude Pro/Max subscription.
See the API Keys guide for details on both options.

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Next steps

Configuration

Customize personality, heartbeat behavior, and memory settings.

API Keys

Learn about optional integrations like Google AI and ElevenLabs.

Docker Setup

Production-ready container deployment with persistent storage.

Troubleshooting

Fix common issues with installation and startup.