# Getting Started

**Account Setup**

1. Sign-Up and download the Chrome extension: Register on [RhinoSpider.com](https://www.rhinospider.com) with an email and download our Chrome extension. A referral code from the community Discord or Twitter may be required.
2. Identity Verification (OPTIONAL FEATURE FOR LATER ROLLOUT): Complete a quick KYC verification for compliance and security.

#### Download & Install (Optional)

For users contributing computational power or who want enhanced control over bandwidth sharing, a downloadable RhinoSpider app will be available for Windows, macOS, and Linux.

#### Select Contribution Mode

1. Bandwidth Only (Web Client): With a simple web client and Chrome extension, users can share bandwidth directly from their browser—no installation necessary.
2. Compute Only: Ideal for devices with robust CPU/GPU capabilities.
3. Dual Mode: Combines both bandwidth and computing power for maximum rewards (requires the downloadable app).

#### Start Earning

Once connected, users can monitor contributions and track rewards through a dashboard on RhinoSpider’s website.


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