Quick Start Guide

Welcome to pwn.guide! This guide will help you get started with the platform in just a few minutes.

Step 1: Create Your Account

Getting started is easy and free:

1. Visit pwn.guide
2. Click the Sign In button in the top navigation
3. Choose your preferred sign-in method:
   • Email: Sign in with a magic link sent to your email
   • Google: Use your Google account
   • GitHub: Use your GitHub account

What You Get for Free

Even without a paid subscription, you can:

• Access 50% of all tutorials (75+ free tutorials)
• Use the search functionality
• Receive community support
• Explore all tutorial categories

Step 2: Explore the Platform

Navigate to Your Dashboard

After signing in, you'll be taken to your dashboard at /app. Here you can:

• Browse tutorial categories (Web, Wireless, Hardware, etc.)
• Access defend tutorials
• View your subscription status
• Manage your account settings

Browse Tutorial Categories

pwn.guide organizes content into six main categories:

Attack Tutorials:

• Web Hacking: SQL injection, XSS, web vulnerabilities
• Wireless Hacking: WiFi, SDR, Bluetooth, radio protocols
• Hardware Hacking: IoT, embedded systems, physical security
• Forensics: Digital forensics, memory analysis
• Cryptography: Encryption, hashing, cryptanalysis
• Other: Uncategorized security topics

Defend Tutorials:

• DDoS prevention
• XSS mitigation
• Security hardening techniques

Use the Search Feature

Find tutorials quickly:

1. Click the search icon in the top-right corner
2. Type your query (e.g., "SQL injection" or "WiFi hacking")
3. Browse results and click to open tutorials

Search helps you quickly find the content you need.

Step 3: Start Learning

Access Your First Tutorial

1. From the dashboard, select a category (e.g., "Web Hacking")
2. Browse the available tutorials
3. Click on any tutorial to start learning
4. Watch the video and follow along with the written content

Free vs Premium Content

• Free tutorials are marked with a "FREE" badge
• Premium tutorials require a Plus or Certificate subscription
• All users can see all tutorial titles and descriptions

Tutorial Structure

Most tutorials include:

• Written step-by-step instructions
• Video demonstrations
• Code examples and commands
• Screenshots and diagrams
• Rating system for feedback

Step 4: Consider Upgrading (Optional)

When you're ready to access all 150+ tutorials:

Plus Plan ($5.99/month, $57.48/year, or $149 lifetime) - All tutorials, no ads on Plus content, priority email support

Certificate Plan ($9.99/month, $95.89/year, or $249 lifetime) - Everything in Plus + certification training, 24/7 priority email support

To upgrade, visit /app/billing in your dashboard. See our Plans & Pricing page for detailed comparisons and Billing Management for upgrade instructions.

Common Questions

Can I cancel anytime? Yes, monthly and yearly plans can be canceled anytime. See Billing Management.

Need help? Contact support@pwn.guide. Response times vary by plan - see Getting Help.

Team pricing? Enterprise plans available for 2+ seats with bulk discounts. See Plans.

Next Steps

Now that you're set up, here's what to do next:

1. Explore tutorials: Start with free content in your area of interest
2. Practice safely: Set up your own lab environment for hands-on learning
3. Join the community: Engage with other learners
4. Consider certification: Prepare for Security+ or other certifications
5. Contribute: Share your knowledge by contributing tutorials

Happy learning, and welcome to the pwn.guide community!