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Getting Started

aidamir edited this page May 13, 2026 · 3 revisions

Goal: install Cultiva on Windows, open the app, and know where your data lives.


Download

Grab the latest build from GitHub Releases.

Artifact Use case
Installer (Cultiva-Setup.exe) Recommended — Start menu, uninstaller, shortcuts
Portable (Cultiva-Portable.exe) Run from a folder or USB without a full install

Both targets are 64-bit Windows only for now.


First launch

  1. Run the installer or portable executable.
  2. Windows SmartScreen may prompt once — publisher depends on code-signing (unsigned builds show a generic warning).
  3. The first open may take a moment while IndexedDB initializes.
  4. Open Settings (gear) to pick language, theme, and background.

Settings overview

Section What you can change
Appearance Theme (light / dark groups + Auto), animated or custom background, optional custom photo
Plugins Enable plugins, install from registry, open plugin-related UI
Notifications Native OS notifications where supported
Shortcuts Reference only (bindings planned for a future release)

Where data is stored

  • Installed app: profile data under the OS user profile (Electron userData).
  • Portable: data next to / relative to the portable layout as configured by Electron (see Privacy and Security).

Your habits and settings do not require a cloud login for normal use.


Next steps

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