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# Welcome to Aegis Protocol

Welcome to **Aegis Protocol** - your **all-in-one platform** for building, deploying, and monetizing **AI-powered bots and agents** across any social platform.\
This guide will help you get started in just a few minutes.

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### **Step 1 - Sign Up & Access the Dashboard**

1. Go to [**app.aegisprotocol.ai**](https://app.aegisprotocol.ai)
2. Sign up using **Google** or **email authentication**.
3. Once logged in, you’ll land on your **dashboard**.

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### **Step 2 - Create a New Bot/Agent**

1. Click **“Create New Bot/Agent”** (blue button at the top).
2. Describe your bot’s purpose in **plain English** - for example:

   > “Create a Telegram bot that manages tasks and reminders.”
3. Aegis will **instantly generate your bot’s code** and make it ready to run.

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### **Step 3 - Import Existing Bots**

Already have a bot?

* Use the **Import** button to upload your existing code files.
* Once imported, you can:
  * Edit the bot using the **AI-assisted code editor**.
  * Debug, test, and run your bot directly inside Aegis.
  * Host it with **one click**.

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### **Step 4 - Manage Your Files**

Under **“Your Files”**:

* View, edit, and manage all your generated or imported bot files.
* Every bot you create gets stored automatically.
* Files can be downloaded, updated, or extended with AI whenever needed.

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### **Step 5 - Upcoming Features** 

We’re constantly improving the Aegis Builder experience.\
Here’s what’s coming soon:

* **Prebuilt Bots/Agent Templates** → Choose from ready-made frameworks.
* **Active Bots Dashboard** → Manage, track, and monitor running bots.
* **Tokenized Marketplace** → Launch your bots as tokens and monetize them.
* **Analytics & Usage Tracking** → View real-time stats on engagement and performance.

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### **Next Steps**

* [Create Your First Bot](https://app.aegisprotocol.ai)
* [Join the Telegram Community](https://t.me/AegisProtocolChat)
* [Follow us on X](https://x.com/AegisProtocolAi)