> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.windsurf.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.
# Welcome to Windsurf
> Download and install Windsurf IDE for Mac, Windows, or Linux. Import VS Code or Cursor settings, configure themes, and start coding with AI-powered assistance.
Tomorrow's editor, today.
Windsurf is a next-generation AI IDE built to keep you in the flow. On this page, you'll find instructions on how to install Windsurf on your computer, navigate the onboarding flow, and get started with your first AI-powered project.
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Your agentic chatbot that can collaborate with you like never before.
Credits and usage.
An upgraded Terminal experience.
MCP servers extend the agent's capabilities.
Memories and rules help customize behavior.
Instantly understands your codebase.
Advanced configuration options.
Automate repetitive trajectories.
Deploy applications in one click.
See what's new with Windsurf in our [changelog](https://windsurf.com/changelog)!
## Set Up
To get started, please ensure that your device meets the requirements, click the download link, and follow the instructions to install and run Windsurf.
[Click here](#update-windsurf) if you're looking for how to update Windsurf.
Minimum OS Version: OS X Yosemite
Minimum OS Version: Windows 10
Minimum OS Version: >= 20.04 (or glibc >= 2.31, glibcxx >= 3.4.26)
Minimum OS Version: glibc >= 2.28, glibcxx >= 3.4.25
## Onboarding
Once you have Windsurf running, you will see the page below. Let's get started! Note that you can always restart this onboarding flow with the "Reset Onboarding" command.
### 1. Select setup flow
If you're coming from VS Code or Cursor, you can easily import your configurations. Otherwise, select "Start fresh". You can also optionally install `windsurf` in PATH such that you can run `windsurf` from your command line.
Choose your keybindings here, either default VS Code bindings or Vim bindings.
You can migrate your settings, extensions, or both here.
You can migrate your settings, extensions, or both here.
### 2. Choose editor theme
Choose your favorite color theme from these defaults! Don't worry, you can always change this later. Note that if you imported from VS Code, your imported theme will override this.
### 3. Sign up / Log in
To use Windsurf, you need to use your Windsurf account or create one if you don't have one. Signing up is completely free!
Once you've authenticated correctly, you should see this page. Hit "Open Windsurf" and you're good to go!
#### Having Trouble?
If you're having trouble with this authentication flow, you can also log in and manually provide Windsurf with an authentication code.
Click the "Copy link" button to copy an authentication link to your clipboard and enter this link into your browser.
Copy the authentication code displayed in the link and enter it into Windsurf.
### 4. Let's Surf!
### 1. Select setup flow
If you're coming from VS Code or Cursor, you can easily import your configurations. Otherwise, select "Start fresh". You can also optionally install `windsurf` in PATH such that you can run `windsurf` from your command line.
### 3. Sign up / Log in
To use Windsurf, you need to use your Windsurf account or create one if you don't have one. Signing up is completely free!
Once you've authenticated correctly, you should see this page. Hit "Open Windsurf" and you're good to go!
#### Having Trouble?
If you're having trouble with this authentication flow, you can also log in and manually provide Windsurf with an authentication code.
