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The Panguard CLI is your single entry point for scanning, protecting, monitoring, and managing endpoint security. Every feature — from a quick vulnerability scan to deploying a honeypot network — is accessible through one binary.

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Usage

pga <command> [options]
pga is a shortcut for panguard. Both work identically. Use whichever you prefer.

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Quick Commands

CommandWhat it does
pgaOpen interactive menu
pga upStart protection + dashboard
pga setupAuto-configure AI platforms
pga scanScan all installed skills
pga audit skill <path>Audit a skill before installing

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Global Options

OptionDescription
--helpShow help for any command
--versionPrint the installed Panguard CLI version
--lang <lang>Set output language (en, zh-TW, ja, etc.)

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Command Categories

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Scanning

CommandDescription
scanRun security scans on the local machine

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Protection

CommandDescription
guardReal-time endpoint protection agent
trapHoneypot / deception technology

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System

CommandDescription
initInitialize configuration for the current machine
statusShow overall system health
configView or edit configuration
doctorDiagnose common system issues
upgradeUpdate Panguard CLI to the latest version

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Advanced

CommandDescription
threatStart the local Threat Cloud intelligence server

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Feature Availability

All commands are available to everyone. Panguard is 100% open source under the MIT license.

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Installation

If you have not installed the CLI yet, run: 
curl -fsSL https://get.panguard.ai | bash
See the Installation page for platform-specific instructions including Homebrew, APT, and Docker options.

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Next Steps

Quick Start

Get from zero to your first scan in under 5 minutes.

panguard scan

Run your first security scan.

panguard guard

Enable real-time endpoint protection.

Quick Start

Get started with Panguard security tools.