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# Installing and Starting

## How do I install our software?

If you've already purchased one of our products and have an active subscription, installation is straightforward: download the software and start it by double-clicking. If you need a hand, we can provide step-by-step instructions to get you going. The installation process is designed to be quick, so you can start using Akira right away.

## Dealing with antivirus blocks

If your security software (antivirus) is blocking Akira, this is a common occurrence and easy to resolve.

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### Whitelist the program

Whitelist the downloaded program in your antivirus software. If you're unsure how, search for instructions specific to your antivirus — try `[your antivirus name] whitelist program` in your browser.
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### Use our whitelist tool (optional)

If you use Windows Defender, [BitDefender](https://www.bitdefender.com/), [ESET](https://www.eset.com/), or [Avast](https://www.avast.com/), we've prepared a `.bat` file that whitelists the software automatically. Run it and enter the path to the software when prompted.

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Download the whitelist tool: <https://akiraghost.com/utils/whitelist.bat>
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## After downloading, the program doesn't start

Every PC and operating system is different, so launch issues can happen. This guide walks you through the fixes.

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Want a one-click fix? Run our QuickFix script: <https://akiraghost.com/utils/QuickFix.bat>
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To fix it manually, follow these steps.

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### Update Windows

Install the latest Windows 10/11 updates.
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### Install Visual C++ Redistributable

Install the latest [Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable](https://aka.ms/vs/17/release/vc_redist.x64.exe).
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### Install Java x64

Install the latest [Java x64](https://javadl.oracle.com/webapps/download/AutoDL?BundleId=248242_ce59cff5c23f4e2eaf4e778a117d4c5b), and delete the old version if you have one.
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### Run the repair commands

Open an elevated command prompt and run:

```bash
sfc /scannow
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
```

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### Restart

Restart your PC or game to apply the updates.
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