# Avolley Desktop App - Installation Guide

## ?? Windows SmartScreen Warning

When you first run `Avolley.exe`, Windows may show a warning:

> "Windows protected your PC - Microsoft Defender SmartScreen prevented an unrecognized app from starting."

### How to Run the App:

1. Click **"More info"**
2. Click **"Run anyway"**

This warning appears because the app isn't digitally signed with a paid certificate (costs $200-500/year). The app is safe to use.

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## ?? Installation Steps

1. **Download** `Avolley.exe` from the payment success page
2. **Save** it anywhere on your computer (e.g., Desktop)
3. **Double-click** to run
4. **Click "More info"** ? **"Run anyway"** if SmartScreen appears
5. **Enter your email and license key** from the payment confirmation
6. **Enjoy!** ??

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## ?? License Activation

When you first run the app, you'll see the activation window:

1. Enter your **Email** (same one you registered with)
2. Enter your **License Key** (e.g., `TRIAL-XXXXXXXXXXXX`)
3. Click **"Activate License"**

### 15-Day Free Trial

- Your trial lasts **15 days**
- You can request up to **2 free extensions** (15 days each)
- Total possible trial: **45 days!**

### Trial Expired?

If your trial expires, you have options:
1. **Request Extension** - Click the button in the activation window (2 extensions available)
2. **Purchase a License** - Visit the website to buy a full license

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## ?? Offline Mode

The app can work offline if:
- You've previously activated your license while online
- The license is saved on your computer

When offline, you'll see "Offline mode" - full functionality is available.

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## ?? Data Storage

Your license and settings are stored in:
```
C:\Users\[YourName]\.avolley\
??? license.json    # Your license info
??? user.json       # Your account info
```

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## ? Troubleshooting

### "Cannot connect to server"
- Check your internet connection
- The server might be temporarily down
- Try again in a few minutes

### "License not found"
- Make sure you copied the license key correctly
- The key should look like: `TRIAL-XXXXXXXXXXXX` or `LIC-XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX`

### App won't start
- Make sure you have Windows 10 or later
- Try running as Administrator
- Check if antivirus is blocking it

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## ?? Support

Need help? Contact us through the website or email support.

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*Avolley - Win with data, not guesswork! ??*
