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35 articles in this collection
Written by 0ne_nine9, Nikos Fountas, and Ryan Gordon

Welcome!

New to the community? Start here!

Written by 0ne_nine9
Updated over a week ago

Getting Started

Introduction to Hack The Box

New to HTB? Need help getting started? Check out this article for a full introduction to the platform!

Written by 0ne_nine9
Updated over a week ago

Setting up Your Account

Learn how to setup your account on the Main Platform.

Written by 0ne_nine9
Updated over a week ago

Introduction to Starting Point

Let's get started with Starting Point.

Written by Ryan Gordon
Updated this week

Introduction to Lab Access

Learn how to connect to the VPN and access Boxes on the Main Platform.

Written by 0ne_nine9
Updated over a week ago

Introduction to Battlegrounds

Ready for the ultimate gamified hacking experience? Report here for basic training, and prepare to join the frontlines.

Written by 0ne_nine9
Updated over a week ago

Introduction to Pwnbox

What is Pwnbox? How does it work? Read about it here.

Written by 0ne_nine9
Updated this week

Introduction to Forums

Looking to join the community on the Forums? Here's what you need to know.

Written by 0ne_nine9
Updated over a week ago

Installing Parrot Security on a VM

Need a virtual machine? Parrot Security has everything you need.

Written by Ryan Gordon
Updated over a week ago

Content

How to Play Machines

Trying to complete a Box? Not sure where to start? Read this.

Written by 0ne_nine9
Updated over a week ago

How to Play Challenges

Get briefed on how challenges work and how to play them!

Written by 0ne_nine9
Updated over a week ago

How to Play Pro Labs

Taking on a Pro Lab? Prepare to pivot through the network by reading this article.

Written by 0ne_nine9
Updated over a week ago

How to Play Endgames

Everything you need to know to conquer an Endgame.

Written by Ryan Gordon
Updated over a week ago

Battlegrounds - Cyber Mayhem

Introduction on how to play Battlegrounds - Cyber Mayhem mode on Hack The Box Main Platform.

Written by 0ne_nine9
Updated over a week ago

Battlegrounds - Server Siege

Introduction on how to play Battlegrounds - Server Siege mode on Hack The Box Main Platform.

Written by 0ne_nine9
Updated over a week ago

Universities

University Offerings

Written by 0ne_nine9
Updated over a week ago

Do you provide special pricing for Universities? What are the eligibility criteria for it?

Written by 0ne_nine9
Updated over a week ago

How long does it take to review my University application for enrollment?

Written by 0ne_nine9
Updated over a week ago

Troubleshooting

Contacting HTB Support

Need to speak to a person? Learn how to reach our support via the Main Platform.

Written by Ryan Gordon
Updated over a week ago

2FA & Vault Issues

Issues with 2-Factor-Authentication or with your Vault? Check here.

Written by 0ne_nine9
Updated over a week ago

Connection Troubleshooting

VPN issues? Slow connections? Can't reach machines? Start here!

Written by 0ne_nine9
Updated over a week ago

Content Submission

Challenge Submission Requirements

Written by 0ne_nine9
Updated over a week ago

Machine Submission Requirements

Read more below about what we require for each submitted machine to improve your chances in getting accepted!

Written by 0ne_nine9
Updated over a week ago

Machine Submission Process

Written by 0ne_nine9
Updated over a week ago

Billing and Subscriptions

What Subscriptions Do You Offer and How Much Do They Cost?

Written by 0ne_nine9
Updated over a week ago

If My Pro Lab Subscription is Cancelled or Expires, Do I Have to Pay the Setup Fee Again If I Repurchase?

Written by 0ne_nine9
Updated over a week ago

How Do I Cancel My Subscription?

Written by 0ne_nine9
Updated over a week ago

What Payment Options are Supported and Do You Store Payment Details?

Written by Nikos Fountas
Updated over a week ago

What is the Validity Period of Gift Cards and Vouchers?

Written by Nikos Fountas
Updated over a week ago

Can I Use a Swag Gift Card From the Swag Store to Purchase HTB services?

Written by Nikos Fountas
Updated over a week ago

I'm Trying to Redeem a Gift Card / Voucher, But it Gives Me an Error Because I Already Have a VIP Subscription.

Written by Nikos Fountas
Updated over a week ago

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CPE Allocation - Main Platform

Learn how CPEs are allocated on our Main Platform.

Written by Ryan Gordon
Updated over a week ago

Delays in CPE Allocation

Written by 0ne_nine9
Updated over a week ago

Careers

Applying for a Job Opportunity

Learn how to apply for cybersecurity jobs using the Hack The Box platform!

Written by Ryan Gordon
Updated over a week ago

What is the Careers Page?

How do job opportunities on HTB work? How do I navigate career opportunities? Find out here.

Written by Ryan Gordon
Updated over a week ago