Install and Setup

This section is your complete guide to getting Gaea up and running - from first installation to managing licenses and maintaining a stable setup.

Whether you're installing Gaea for the first time, deploying it across multiple machines, or transferring licenses between systems, everything you need is covered here.

New to Gaea?

Sections

Follow this section in order if you're new, or jump to a specific topic based on your needs below or via the side bar:

Install Gaea

Set up Gaea on your machine using the method that fits your workflow.

• Install Gaea
• Regular Installation
• Portable Installation
• Installation Strategies

Manage your license

Activate, move, and troubleshoot your license safely.

• Activation
• Deactivation
• License Types
• Hardware Thumbprint

Advanced setup and deployment

For studios, teams, or controlled environments.

• Mass Deployment
• Floating License
• Server Setup
• Assign Licenses
• Deallocate Licenses

Troubleshooting and maintenance

Fix issues and keep your installation stable.

• Troubleshooting
• Errors and Troubleshooting
• Diagnostics
• Logs
• Uninstall or Clean Install

Coming from Gaea 1?

Understand what changed and how to adapt your workflow.

• For Gaea 1 Users
• Migration Guide
• Node Changes