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description: "Instructions for creating an Intent Architect account, downloading the installer, and getting the application running on your machine."
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# Get Intent Architect

Intent Architect runs locally on your machine, no cloud dependencies, no lock-in.  Follow these simple steps to create your account, download, and install the app.

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> [!NOTE]
> To use Intent Architect, you’ll need a valid license. If your organization already subscribes, your license will be assigned automatically. If you would like to get a license, please [get in touch](https://intentarchitect.com/#/contact-us) with our team or send an email to [info@intentarchitect.com](mailto:info@intentarchitect.com?subject=Intent%20Architect%20-%20License%20Request).

### 1️⃣ Create an account

If you haven't yet done so, [create an account](https://intentarchitect.com/#/register).

### 2️⃣ Download

Download the app from our [website](https://intentarchitect.com/#/downloads).

### 3️⃣ Install

Install the app.

🚀 You’re all set!

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## Troubleshooting

Having issues installing the app? Check out our [Detailed Installation  & Troubleshooting guide](https://docs.intentarchitect.com/docs-md/introducing/installation-guide.md).

## Next Steps

- Continue to **[Quick start](https://docs.intentarchitect.com/docs-md/introducing/quickstart.md)** to build your first application in under 15 minutes
- Jump to **[Intent Architect fundamentals](https://docs.intentarchitect.com/docs-md/tutorials/fundamentals/fundamentals-landing-page.md)**