Installation
CfxKit ships as a Windows desktop app with a built-in auto-updater. Install it once and it keeps itself current.
Download
Section titled “Download”Get the latest build from cfxkit.com:
- CfxKit Setup is the Windows installer. Recommended for most users.
- CfxKit Portable runs from any folder with no installation.
Install on Windows
Section titled “Install on Windows”- Run the downloaded CfxKit Setup installer.
- It installs to Program Files and creates Start menu and desktop shortcuts.
- Launch CfxKit from your desktop or the Start menu.
The portable build skips this step: drop the executable in any folder and run it directly.
First launch
Section titled “First launch”Sign in
Section titled “Sign in”Click Sign In in the top-right to unlock CfxKit AI and cloud features.
- Sign in with Discord or Google.
- A free account includes the full IDE with bring-your-own-key support.
- Paid plans (Plus, Pro, Max) include AI tokens, so you do not need your own key. See CfxKit AI for the breakdown.
Signing in is optional. The editor, server manager, and database tools work offline; only the built-in AI requires an account.
Create or import a project
Section titled “Create or import a project”Once you are in, point CfxKit at a server:
- New project: pick FiveM or RedM, choose a framework template (QBCore, ESX, QBox, or VORP), and select a folder for the server files.
- Import existing server: select your
server-datafolder, the one that holdsserver.cfg. CfxKit detects the framework and resources automatically.
Your First Project walks through both paths in detail.
System requirements
Section titled “System requirements”| Requirement | Needed for |
|---|---|
| Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit) | Running CfxKit |
| FXServer | Starting and managing your server |
| MySQL / MariaDB | The database manager |