Guides & Tutorials

Everything you need to know about Meshtastic, from beginner to expert

Getting Started

New to Meshtastic? Start here.

Beginner Getting Started 5 min read

An introduction to Meshtastic - what it is, how it works, and why it matters for off-grid communication.

Beginner Getting Started 8 min read

A guide to selecting the right Meshtastic hardware for beginners - comparing popular options and what to look for.

Beginner Getting Started 10 min read

Step-by-step guide to flashing Meshtastic firmware to your device using the web flasher - no coding required.

Prerequisites: A Meshtastic-compatible device, USB cable (data capable, not charge-only), Chrome or Edge browser (Firefox doesn't support Web Serial)

Beginner Getting Started 12 min read

Configure your newly flashed Meshtastic device - region settings, user info, and connecting to the Charleston mesh.

Prerequisites: Meshtastic firmware flashed to your device, Meshtastic app installed on your phone

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