Get started with Bolt
New to Bolt? Watch this overview, then follow the QuickStart guide to build and publish your first app.What you can build
Bolt builds websites and apps, including marketing sites, portfolios, online stores, dashboards, and internal tools. You can also build presentations with Bolt Slides. Each example below is a real project that you can copy for free from the Bolt Templates marketplace. Browse the Bolt Templates marketplace, or start building in Bolt to bring your own idea to life.Get the most out of Bolt
- Use Plan Mode: Talk through your idea with Bolt before it writes any code.
- Write better prompts: Describe your idea clearly to get better results.
- Build one step at a time: Finish and test each layer of your project before you start the next.
- Manage project context: Keep Bolt’s working memory small so responses stay fast and accurate.
- Use tokens efficiently: Avoid the common causes of token waste.
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Database
Store and manage data with Bolt Database.
Publish
Publish your project to a live website.
Connect a domain
Connect a domain that you already own to your Bolt site.
Choose an agent
Understand which agent to use for your project.
Version control and version history
Understand your options for tracking changes to your project.
Troubleshooting
Find fixes for common problems with previews, publishing, sharing, and logins.
Other resources
YouTube
Video tutorials for building with Bolt
Blog
Product announcements and updates
Discord
Get help and share your projects with other Bolt builders
Accounts and billing
- Accounts: Create your Bolt account and manage your account settings.
- Billing: View and manage your subscription and payment details.
- Tokens: Understand token usage.
Contact support
Email support for product and technical questions is available to paid plan users. Community support is available to all in the Bolt Discord community.- If you’re on a free plan: Reach out for support on Discord, where you can find knowledgeable community members who may be able to help.
- If you’re on a paid plan: Email us at [email protected] using the email address associated with your account. Our team responds Monday through Friday during business hours.