Get started
This guide walks you through the basics of setting up Twist for the first time: install the app, create an installation, add your gateway and products, and start controlling them.
Step 1: Install the app
The Twist app is available for both iOS and Android, and a web portal is available in your browser.
- iOS: download from the Apple App Store by searching for "TWIST".
- Android: download from Google Play by searching for "TWIST".
- Web portal: sign in from your browser for advanced configuration and larger views.
Make sure you have a stable internet connection when you first launch the app.
Step 2: Create your account
When you open the app for the first time, you will see a sign-in screen. If you do not have an account yet, you can create one directly in the app or on the web portal.
Step 3: Create your first installation
An installation is where all your Twist products live—your home, a vacation property, or a business location.
- When prompted, choose to create your first installation.
- Give it a name (for example, "Home" or "Backyard").
- Set the location (use your device location or enter it manually).
- Confirm to create the installation.
You can create multiple installations if you run Twist in more than one location.
Learn more about installations →
Step 4: Add your gateway and products
Your gateway is the hub that connects your Twist products to the app.
- Open Add Products.
- Scan the QR code on a device, or let the gateway discover nearby powered devices.
- Follow the setup steps for the gateway (Wi-Fi or Ethernet) and for each product.
- Give each product a name you will recognize.
Add products to your installation →
Step 5: Start controlling
Once products are added, you can:
- Turn lights on and off.
- Open and close screens and shutters.
- Adjust positions and settings.
Learn how to control products →