To install Trilium on your desktop, follow these steps:

1. Download the Latest Release: Obtain the appropriate binary release for your operating system from the latest release page on GitHub.
2. Extract the Package: Unzip the downloaded package to a location of your choice.
3. Run the Application: Launch Trilium by executing the `trilium` executable found within the unzipped folder.

## Startup Scripts

Trilium offers various startup scripts to customize your experience:

- `trilium-no-cert-check`: Starts Trilium without validating TLS certificates, useful if connecting to a server with a self-signed certificate.
  - Alternatively, set the `NODE_TLS_REJECT_UNAUTHORIZED=0` environment variable before starting Trilium.
- `trilium-portable`: Launches Trilium in portable mode, where the data directory is created within the application's directory, making it easy to move the entire setup.
- `trilium-safe-mode`: Boots Trilium in "safe mode," disabling any startup scripts that might cause the application to crash.

## Synchronization

For Trilium desktop users who wish to synchronize their data with a server instance, refer to the Synchronization guide for detailed instructions.