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title: "Get started and choose how to connect"
description: "Prepare your account and balance, then choose browser chat or an API client."
lastUpdated: 2026-10-22
---

## Create an account

Open [Infistar](https://infistar.ai/), choose Register, complete the requested account details and verification, then sign in.

## Prepare your balance

In the console, open Wallet to top up or redeem a purchased code. Check that the balance has updated before using a model. See [Top-ups and redemption](/en/getting-started/recharge-finance) for the payment options and steps.

## Choose a way to use models

- **Browser chat:** open [Chat](https://infistar.ai/chat), choose a group and model, and send your question. No API key is needed. See [Browser chat](/en/getting-started/platform-workflow).
- **An API client:** create a key in Token Management, then configure the client's API address, key and exact model ID. See [Client guides](/en/client-integrations).

After use, Wallet shows your balance and top-ups, Usage Logs show requests and charges, and Token Management controls keys and groups.