Welcome to TALER! This guide will help you get started with the TALER blockchain by downloading and installing the wallet application.
Prerequisites
Before you begin, ensure your system meets the following requirements:
- Operating System: Windows 10/11, macOS (Apple Silicon), or Linux (x64/ARM64)
- Disk Space: At least 10GB of free space (for blockchain data)
- Internet Connection: Stable connection for blockchain synchronization
- RAM: Minimum 2GB available memory
Download TALER Wallet
Step 1: Visit the Release Page
Download the latest TALER wallet from the community-driven GitHub repository:
Latest Release: GitHub Releases
Step 2: Choose Your Platform
Select the appropriate package for your operating system:
| Platform | File Pattern | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Windows (64-bit) | taler-*-win64.zip | Windows 10/11 executable |
| macOS (M1/M2/M3+) | taler-*-macos-arm64.tar.gz | Apple Silicon native build |
| Linux (64-bit) | taler-*-linux-x64.tar.gz | Linux x86_64 binary |
| Linux (ARM64) | taler-*-linux-arm64.tar.gz | ARM64/aarch64 binary |
Step 3: Verify the Download
After downloading, verify the file integrity by checking the file size and SHA256 checksum (available on the release page).
Next Steps
Once you’ve downloaded the TALER wallet for your platform:
- Installation: Follow the platform-specific installation instructions in the Wallet Setup guide
- First Launch: Learn how to start the wallet and sync with the blockchain
- Create Wallet: The wallet will be created automatically on first launch
- Start Using: Begin sending and receiving TALER coins
For detailed installation and setup instructions, proceed to the Wallet Setup documentation.