setup
Complete Interactive Setup
This command provides a complete onboarding experience: initializes your device, connects a cloud storage provider, and scans your files - all in one interactive session.
Syntax
filefortress setup [options]
What This Command Does
Device Initialization
Prompts for your registration code and initializes your device with FileFortress
Security Setup
Asks if you want to set up a custom password (recommended) and optionally creates a key file for convenience
Cloud Storage Selection
Lets you choose and connect Amazon S3, Google Drive, OneDrive, Backblaze B2, or Local storage
Initial File Scan
Automatically scans your connected storage to build the search index
Why use setup instead of individual commands?
- Streamlined onboarding experience
- No need to remember multiple commands
- Ensures proper configuration order
- Immediate verification that everything works
Example
Complete interactive setup for new users:
filefortress setup
Starts the interactive setup process. You'll be guided through device initialization, password setup (optional but recommended), cloud storage connection (Amazon S3, Google Drive, OneDrive, Backblaze B2, or Local storage), and initial scanning. During the interactive session, you can choose whether to set up a custom password and key file.
Next Steps
After running setup, you're ready to start using FileFortress! Try these commands next: