Quick Start

Quick Start Guide

Get started with Cerast Intelligence in just a few steps. This guide will walk you through account creation, purchasing coins, and running your first search.

Step 1: Create Your Account

You have three options to create an account:

Step 2: Purchase Coins

Cerast Intelligence uses a pay-per-search coin system. To use the platform, you'll need to purchase coins:

1. Navigate to the Coins section in your dashboard
2. Choose a coin package that fits your needs
3. Complete the secure payment via Stripe
4. Coins are added to your account instantly

Step 3: Create a Search

Now you're ready to run your first search:

1. Click Searches in the sidebar navigation
2. Click the New Search button
3. Enter your regex pattern (basic or advanced mode)
4. Review the coin cost for the search
5. Click Create Search to execute

Search Modes

Step 4: View Results

After your search executes, you can view the results:

• Search List: All your searches appear in the searches list
• Result Count: See how many findings were discovered
• View Details: Click a search to see individual results
• Purchase Results: Unlock individual findings with coins

Result Information

Each result includes:

• Domain and path of the finding
• Category (credentials, config files, database backups, etc.)
• Criticality level (risk rating)
• Discovery and verification dates

Step 5: Manage Your Findings

Access your purchased results anytime:

• Navigate to Bought Results in the sidebar
• Filter by category or criticality
• View detailed information for each finding
• Report false positives if needed

Optional: Use Referral Codes

Earn extra coins by referring others:

1. Find your referral code in your profile settings
2. Share it with others who sign up
3. Earn credits when they make purchases
4. You can also redeem someone else's referral code for bonus credits

Need More Help?

Explore the rest of our documentation:

• Search & Results Guide
• Coins & Billing
• Account & Security