🚀Getting Started

Phala Cloud offers a secure, confidential computing platform powered by TEE. This guide will help you choose the best approach to deploy your applications on Phala Cloud based on your needs and technical expertise.

First Sign-up for Cloud Account

Go to the sign-up for Cloud account section to get an official Phala Cloud account to get started.

Choose Your Path

Phala Cloud provides multiple ways to get started, depending on your requirements and familiarity with confidential computing:

Start from Cloud UI

Recommended for beginners 👶

The easiest way to deploy applications on Phala Cloud with no coding required. Use our intuitive web interface to:

• Deploy pre-configured applications with just a few clicks

• Monitor your deployments through a visual dashboard

• Manage resources without command-line knowledge

Perfect for first-time users who want to explore Phala's capabilities quickly.

Start from Cloud CLI

Recommended for developers 👨‍💻

A powerful command-line interface for developers who prefer terminal-based workflows:

• Automate deployments with scripts

• Integrate with CI/CD pipelines

• Access advanced configuration options

Ideal for developers who want more control while maintaining productivity.

Start from Template

Recommended for builders 🏗️

Build on top of our pre-configured templates to accelerate your development:

• Leverage existing confidential computing patterns

• Customize templates to fit your specific needs

• Focus on your application logic rather than TEE configuration

Perfect for developers who want to build custom applications while benefiting from proven architectures.

Start from Scratch

For TEE enthusiasts 🦸

Full control over your confidential computing environment:

• Build custom TEE applications from the ground up

• Implement advanced attestation workflows

• Optimize every aspect of your confidential application

Designed for experts who want to fully leverage Phala's TEE toolkit and create highly specialized confidential applications.

Next Steps

After choosing your preferred approach, follow the corresponding guide to deploy your first application on Phala Cloud. Each guide provides step-by-step instructions tailored to your chosen method.

If you encounter any issues during deployment, check our Troubleshooting guide or reach out to our community for support at 🌍 Global, 🇨🇳 Chinese.