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+# Netdata Windows Installer
+
+Netdata offers a convenient Windows installer for easy setup. This executable provides two distinct installation modes, outlined below.
+
+> **Note**
+>
+> This feature is currently under beta and only available for Nightly releases, and the installer can be found in our [nightlies repo](https://github.com/netdata/netdata-nightlies). A stable version will be released soon.
+
+## Graphical User Interface (GUI)
+
+Double-clicking the installer initiates the setup process. Since Netdata adds a service to your system, you'll need to provide administrator privileges.
+
+The installer will then guide you through these steps:
+
+1. **Welcome**: This screen provides a summary of the actions the installer will perform.
+2. **License Agreements**:
+    - [Netdata Cloud UI License](https://app.netdata.cloud/LICENSE.txt): Review and accept the license terms to proceed.
+    - [GPLv3 License](/LICENSE): Read the GNU General Public License v3, which governs the Netdata software.
+3. **Destination**: Choose the installation directory. By default, Netdata installs in `C:\Program Files\Netdata`.
+4. **Installation**: The installer will copy the necessary files to the chosen directory.
+5. **Connect to Netdata Cloud**: To [connect](/src/claim/README.md) your Agent to your Netdata Cloud Space you need to provide the following:
+    - **Claim Token**: The Claim Token that securely authenticates and links your Agent to your Space.
+    - **Room IDs**: A comma-separated list of Room IDs where you want to add your Agent.
+    - **Proxy address**: The address of a proxy server, if one is required for communication with Netdata Cloud.
+    - **Insecure connection**: By default, Netdata verifies the server's certificate. Enabling this option bypasses verification (use only if necessary).
+    - **Open Terminal**: Select this option to launch the `MSYS2` terminal after installation completes.
+6. **Finish**: The installation process is complete!
+
+## Silent Mode (Command line)
+
+This section provides instructions for installing Netdata in silent mode, which is ideal for automated deployments.
+
+> **Info**
+>
+> Run the installer as admin to avoid the Windows prompt.
+>
+> Silent mode skips displaying license agreements, but requires explicitly accepting them using the `/A` option.
+
+### Available Options
+
+| Option    | Description                                                                                      |
+|-----------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
+| `/S`      | Enables silent mode installation.                                                                |
+| `/A`      | Accepts all Netdata licenses. This option is mandatory for silent installations.                 |
+| `/D`      | Specifies the desired installation directory (defaults to `C:\Program Files\Netdata`).           |
+| `/T`      | Opens the `MSYS2` terminal after installation.                                                   |
+| `/I`      | Forces insecure connections, bypassing hostname verification (use only if absolutely necessary). |
+| `/TOKEN=` | Sets the Claim Token for your Netdata Cloud Space.                                               |
+| `/ROOMS=` | Comma-separated list of Room IDs where you want your node to appear.                             |
+| `/PROXY=` | Sets the proxy server address if your network requires one.                                      |
+
+### Example Usage
+
+Connect your Agent to your Netdata Cloud Space with token `<YOUR_TOKEN>` and room `<YOUR_ROOM>`:
+
+```bash
+netdata-installer-x64.exe /S /A /TOKEN=<YOUR_TOKEN> /ROOMS=<YOUR_ROOM>
+```
+
+Replace `<YOUR_TOKEN>` and `<YOUR_ROOM>` with your actual Netdata Cloud Space claim token and room ID, respectively.
+
+> **Note**
+>
+> The Windows version of Netdata is intended for users on paid plans.