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# Konduit GUI — Windows Quickstart
## Requirements
- Windows 10 or later (64-bit)
- Administrator account (required for VPN driver installation)
## 1. Download
Download `konduit-gui-*-windows-x86_64.zip` from the [Releases](../../releases) page.
## 2. Extract
Right-click the zip file and choose **Extract All**. Extract to a folder of your choice, for example `C:\Konduit`.
Keep all files together — `Konduit.exe` and `wintun.dll` must be in the same folder.
## 3. Run
Double-click `Konduit.exe`.
Windows will show a **UAC prompt** asking for administrator permission. This is required because Konduit uses the [WinTun](https://www.wintun.net/) driver to create a virtual network adapter. Click **Yes** to continue.
> If you dismiss the UAC prompt, Konduit will not be able to establish a VPN connection.
## 4. Load your config
Your server administrator will provide a `client.toml` config file. On first launch, tap **Open config** and select the file.
## 5. Connect
Press **Connect**. A system tray icon will appear while the VPN is active. Right-click the tray icon to disconnect.
## 6. Windows Defender / antivirus warning
Some antivirus tools flag `wintun.dll` or new unsigned executables. If Windows Defender blocks the launch:
1. Open **Windows Security → Virus & threat protection**
2. Click **Protection history**
3. Find the Konduit entry and choose **Allow**
Alternatively, add the Konduit folder to your antivirus exclusion list.
## 7. Autostart on login (optional)
To start Konduit automatically when Windows starts, enable it in the app: **Settings → Start on login**.
Alternatively, create a shortcut to `Konduit.exe` and place it in your Startup folder:
```
Win + R → shell:startup → paste shortcut here
```
## Troubleshooting
**UAC prompt does not appear / app closes immediately** — make sure you are running as a user with administrator privileges. Standard (non-admin) accounts cannot install the WinTun driver.
**"wintun.dll not found"** — `Konduit.exe` and `wintun.dll` must be in the same folder. Do not move them separately.
**Connection fails immediately** — check that your `client.toml` points to the correct server address and port. Contact your server administrator if you are unsure.
**Tray icon disappears unexpectedly** — the app may have crashed. Check Windows Event Viewer or relaunch `Konduit.exe`.