# Get started

Scan an AI agent skill **before** you install it.

<a href="https://x402guard.xyz" class="button primary">Start scanning</a> <a href="../whitepaper" class="button secondary">Read the whitepaper</a>

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### Fast path (under a minute)

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### Open the scanner

Go to <https://x402guard.xyz>.
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### Add a skill to scan

Paste a skill URL or skill content.
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### Pick a scan tier

Use **Standard** if you’re unsure.\
See [Scan tiers](https://x402guard.gitbook.io/x402guard-whitepaper/home/scan-tiers) for pricing and coverage.
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### Read the results

Check the risk score and findings.\
Decide whether to install or block.
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No account required. No subscription required.
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### What to read next

* [How it works](https://x402guard.gitbook.io/x402guard-whitepaper/home/how-it-works)
* [Built for humans and agents](https://x402guard.gitbook.io/x402guard-whitepaper/home/built-for-humans-and-agents)
* [Signed attestations (Deep tier)](https://x402guard.gitbook.io/x402guard-whitepaper/home/signed-attestations-deep-tier)
* [Payments via HTTP 402](https://x402guard.gitbook.io/x402guard-whitepaper/home/payments-via-http-402)

### Integrating x402guard (for builders)

Start with [Appendix A — Integration Summary](https://x402guard.gitbook.io/x402guard-whitepaper/whitepaper/appendix-a-integration-summary).