Setup Guide
📋 Before You Start
Updated
What You Need
Before setting up Mission Control HQ, make sure you have:
1. AI Subscription ✅
You need one of these. All four providers are supported and you can mix and match after setup.
Option A: ChatGPT subscription (recommended, flat rate)
| Plan | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT Plus | $20/month | Entry tier; an always-on squad exhausts it quickly |
| ChatGPT Pro | $200/month | Unlimited for heavy use. Recommended for squads |
Connect in AI Tokens after setup. Enable "Device code authorization" in ChatGPT Settings > Security first.
Option B: Claude subscription (pay-as-you-go)
| Plan | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Claude Pro/Max | $100-$200/month | Requires Extra Usage enabled |
As of April 2026, Claude charges API prices for third-party usage. Enable Extra Usage to continue.
Option C: MiniMax (M2.7 models)
| Plan | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| M2.7 Coding Plan | See MiniMax pricing | Connected via device code |
Option D: Z.AI (GLM-5.2 models)
| Plan | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| GLM Coding Plan | See Z.AI pricing | Connected via API key |
2. Telegram Account ✅
You'll create a bot on Telegram. Make sure you have:
- Telegram installed (desktop or mobile)
- An active Telegram account
3. Terminal Access ✅
You'll need to run ONE command to get your setup token:
| Operating System | Terminal |
|---|---|
| Mac | Terminal or iTerm |
| Windows | PowerShell or Command Prompt |
| Linux | Any terminal |
4. Node.js
You'll need Node.js to generate your setup token. If you don't have it yet:
- Go to nodejs.org
- Download the LTS version (recommended)
- Run the installer, clicking Next/Continue through the steps
- Done! You're ready to generate your setup token
That's it. No command line needed for installation.