> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.screention.gkernel.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Installation

> How to download and install Screention on your device

Screention is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. You can download the latest version directly from our website or GitHub Releases page.

<Card title="Download Latest Version" icon="download" href="https://screention.gkernel.com/download">
  Get the official installer for your OS
</Card>

## Windows

1. Download the installer (`.exe`) file from the [Downloads page](https://screention.gkernel.com/download).
2. Double-click the file to run the installer.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
4. Screention will launch automatically and dock into your system tray.

## macOS

1. Download the disk image (`.dmg`) file.
2. Open the `.dmg` file.
3. Drag the **Screention** app into your **Applications** folder.
4. Launch Screention from Applications or Spotlight.

<Note>
  **Screen Recording Permission:** On first launch, macOS requires Screen Recording permission under **System Settings > Privacy & Security > Screen Recording**. Ensure Screention is checked.
</Note>

## Linux

We offer multiple installation options for Linux distributions.

### Method 1: 1-Line Quick Install (Recommended)

Run this single command in your terminal to automatically detect your architecture (`amd64` / `arm64`), fetch the latest release, install the `.deb` package, and configure sandbox permissions:

```bash theme={null}
curl -fsSL https://screention.gkernel.com/install.sh | bash
```

***

### Method 2: Manual DEB Installation (Ubuntu / Debian / Mint)

If you prefer to download and install the `.deb` package manually, run this one-line command to install the package, resolve dependencies, and configure required permissions:

```bash theme={null}
sudo dpkg -i screention_*.deb || sudo apt-get install -f -y && sudo chown root:root /opt/Screention/chrome-sandbox && sudo chmod 4755 /opt/Screention/chrome-sandbox
```

#### Step-by-Step Breakdown:

1. **Install the package and dependencies:**
   ```bash theme={null}
   sudo dpkg -i screention_*.deb
   sudo apt-get install -f -y
   ```

2. **Configure Chrome Sandbox permissions (Required for Ubuntu 24.04+ & Debian 12):**
   ```bash theme={null}
   sudo chown root:root /opt/Screention/chrome-sandbox
   sudo chmod 4755 /opt/Screention/chrome-sandbox
   ```

***

### Method 3: AppImage (Universal)

1. Download the `.AppImage` file.
2. Make it executable:
   ```bash theme={null}
   chmod +x Screention-*.AppImage
   ```
3. Run the AppImage:
   ```bash theme={null}
   ./Screention-*.AppImage
   ```

## Updates

Screention automatically checks for updates in the background. When a new version is released, you will receive a notification to update seamlessly.