Installing ShareAI on Windows

This guide walks you through setting up the ShareAI Windows App in just a few simple steps.

Prerequisites

Before installing ShareAI, ensure your system meets the following requirements:

Operating System: Windows 10 or newer
CPU: At least 8 cores (modern Intel/AMD recommended)
RAM: Minimum 16 GB
Disk Space: Minimum 20 GB free

Important:
Your device’s performance directly impacts how much you can contribute to the ShareAI network.

CPU, GPU, and RAM determine how fast you can process tasks.

GPU VRAM (memory) determines the size of AI models you can run.

For a good experience — especially if you want to load larger AI models and become a Prosumer contributor — we recommend:

At least 12 GB of GPU VRAM to load models up to the 7B-8B size range (e.g., deepseek-r1:8b).

Devices with lower specs can still contribute but may handle smaller models or tasks.

ℹ️ ShareAI currently ships unsigned installers. You may encounter a Windows security prompt during installation. We are working on digital signing for future releases.

Step 1: Download the Installer

Download the latest version of the ShareAI Windows App:

🔽 Download ShareAI

Save the ShareAI.msi file to an easily accessible location on your computer.

Step 2: Launch the Installer

Once the download completes:

Locate the ShareAI.msi file.
Double-click the file to open it.
If you see a security warning, click Run to proceed.

⚠️ Windows may display a warning because the installer is not digitally signed. This is expected for now.

Step 3: Install ShareAI

Follow the prompts from the ShareAI Setup Wizard:

Click Next to continue.
(Optional) Customize your installation location if needed.
Click Next, then Install to begin the installation.

The process should take just a few moments.

Step 4: Finish Installation

When the installation completes:

Click Finish to exit the installer.
ShareAI will now be available from your Start Menu or Desktop.

What’s Next?

🎉 You’re ready to start sharing your computing power with ShareAI!
Launch the app and follow the onboarding instructions to get started.