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Estimated time: 15-20 minutes
1

Prepare the iPhone

  • Factory Reset Required: The iPhone must be supervised, which requires a factory reset
  • Connect iPhone to the designated MacBook that will supervise the device
  • Open Apple Configurator 2 (AC2) on the MacBook
  • Enter the server credentials provided by your administrator
  • Create your own organization profile within AC2
  • Disable all phone setup steps in the configuration
  • Ensure the iPhone is paired only with this MacBook

The iPhone can only be supervised by one MacBook. Do not pair with any other computer.

2

Create ZeroAdmin Account

  • Open ZeroAdmin app or portal
  • Create a new account for your organization
  • Login using the credentials provided by your administrator
  • Your Zero Profile will be loaded automatically
3

Install Apps via ZeroHub

  • A self-service hub called ZeroHub will be installed automatically on the device
  • Open ZeroHub to see all whitelisted applications
  • Install the apps you need from the available list:
Zero Messenger
ZeroConnect
ZeroVault
ZeroStealth
ZeroBrowser
Signal
WhatsApp
Telegram
4

Device Tab & Information

  • Navigate to the Device tab in ZeroHub
  • View all device information including:
    • License Key for ZeroDevice (easy copy/paste, reusable if logged out)
    • Carrier Info and ICC ID for SIM tracking
    • Remote Wipe for lost or stolen devices

The License Key can be reused if you ever logout. Keep it safe for future reference.

5

Support & Contact

  • Each reseller has a dedicated support page
  • Your reseller's contact information will be displayed, including:
    • ZeroID for secure contact
    • WhatsApp, Signal, Threema, Telegram options
6

Activate Licenses

  • Once all apps are installed, open ZeroDevice first
  • Navigate to the License tab
  • Enter all license keys provided to you:
    • Zero Messenger license
    • ZeroVault license
    • ZeroStealth license
    • ZeroConnect license

After activating all licenses, your iPhone is fully configured and ready to use!

Estimated time: 20-30 minutes
1

Enable OEM Unlock

  • Go to Settings → About Phone
  • Tap Build Number 7 times to enable Developer Options
  • Go to Settings → System → Developer Options
  • Enable OEM Unlocking
  • Power off the device
  • Hold Power + Volume Down to enter Fastboot mode

Unlocking the bootloader will factory reset your device. Back up any important data first.

2

Flash ZeroOS

  • Open a Chrome-based browser (Chrome, Edge, Brave) on your computer
  • Visit the Web Installer link provided separately by your administrator
  • Connect your Pixel to the computer via USB
  • Click Connect and allow the device to pair with the browser
  • Click Unlock Bootloader and confirm on the device
  • Click Download Release to fetch the latest ZeroOS build
  • Click Flash Release to install ZeroOS

The flashing process takes approximately 10-15 minutes. Do not disconnect the device.

3

Lock Bootloader

  • Once flashing is complete, the log will prompt you to lock the bootloader
  • Click the Lock Bootloader button on the web installer
  • Confirm on the device when prompted
  • The device will reboot into ZeroOS

Locking the bootloader is essential for security. Do not skip this step.

4

Activate Device

  • Once ZeroOS boots, complete the initial setup
  • Open ZeroAdmin on another device and create an account
  • Generate a QR code from ZeroAdmin
  • On your Pixel, scan the QR code to link the device
  • Follow the activation process on the device
5

Configure VPN

  • Go to Settings → Mobile Network
  • Open Wireguard IP Changer
  • Enter your VPN Code provided by your administrator
  • Tap Activate VPN
  • The app will automatically fetch and install all available VPN subscriptions

Your VPN is now active and protecting your connection.

6

Install Applications

  • Use your credentials to access the Private Appstore
  • Download the following apps:
    • Zero Messenger - Secure messaging
    • ZeroProtect - Device protection
    • ZeroVault - Encrypted storage
  • For additional apps, use Aurora Store or Droidify
  • If needed, download the Sandboxed Play Store from the Appstore for better notification support

Your Pixel with ZeroOS is now fully configured and ready to use!