# Guardrails Quick Start

## Follow these steps to begin using Fiddler Guardrails:

1. **Sign up for the Free Guardrails**: Go to[ fiddler.ai/guardrails-trial](https://fiddler.ai/free-guardrails) to register for access.
2. **Create your account**: Check your email for an invitation from Fiddler. Click the "Activate" button to create your account, then sign in. After activation, you can log in using the provided link.

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3. **Generate your API key**: After signing in, you'll see the Getting Started page. Select Generate your API key to create the authentication key for Guardrails.

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4. **Explore implementation examples**: Choose any language or framework from the sidebar to view sample code. You can use these examples or any HTTP client of your choice.

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Review complete documentation: For API specifications and model details, see the [**Guardrails API Reference**](https://app.gitbook.com/s/rsvU8AIQ2ZL9arerribd/rest-api/guardrails-api-reference).

### Explore Fiddler Guardrails Features

* [Frequently Asked Questions](https://docs.fiddler.ai/protect-and-guardrails/guardrails-faq)
* Notebook Tutorials:
  * [**Safety Guardrails Quick Start**](https://app.gitbook.com/s/jZC6ysdlGhDKECaPCjwm/tutorials/guardrails/guardrails-safety)
  * [**PII Detection Quick Start**](https://app.gitbook.com/s/jZC6ysdlGhDKECaPCjwm/tutorials/guardrails/guardrails-pii)
  * [**Faithfulness Quick Start**](https://app.gitbook.com/s/jZC6ysdlGhDKECaPCjwm/tutorials/guardrails/guardrails-faithfulness)