Quickstart Guide
Get Running in 15 Minutes
From unboxing to live data — here's how easy it is.
Four steps to your first live sensor
Sign Up
Create your free account at app.loopstring.io. No credit card required — you get full access to the dashboard right away.
Claim Your Pi
Open the Add Device modal in the dashboard and scan the QR code shown on your Pi display, or enter your 6-character token manually. Your Pi is linked in seconds.
Configure
Use the visual Configurator to add sensors, set up PID controllers, and wire your automation flow — all drag-and-drop. Choose from 50+ supported hardware parts.
Go Live
Hit Deploy and your flow pushes to your Pi in seconds. Real-time sensor data appears on your dashboard immediately — no manual setup required.
What you'll need
LoopString runs on standard, off-the-shelf hardware. No proprietary controllers or locked-in vendor ecosystems.
Raspberry Pi 4
2GB+ RAM recommended
MicroSD Card
16GB or larger
Sensors
50+ supported types
Internet Connection
WiFi or Ethernet
Start Free — No Credit Card Required
Create your account and have your first sensor streaming live data today.