> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.papaya.finance/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.papaya.finance/sdk/getting-started/installation.md).

# Installation

## Installation

Install the Papaya SDK package using npm or yarn:

```bash
# Using npm
npm install @papaya_fi/sdk

# Using yarn
yarn add @papaya_fi/sdk
```

You'll also need to install ethers.js v6 as a peer dependency:

```bash
npm install ethers@^6.0.0
# or
yarn add ethers@^6.0.0
```

### Prerequisites

Before you begin using the Papaya SDK, you'll need:

* A JavaScript/TypeScript development environment
* Node.js (v14 or higher recommended)
* npm or yarn package manager
* Basic knowledge of Ethereum/EVM blockchain concepts
* Access to blockchain RPC nodes (e.g., from Infura, Alchemy, or your own node)