Quick Setup for Claude Code
This page is for those who’ve never used a terminal. No typing commands required, just: ① Download a software ② Copy-paste a Key ③ Click “Activate”.
Follow along and you’ll have Claude Code running in 1 minute.
Two Things You Need to Prepare
A Windows or Mac Computer
Windows 10/11 or macOS will work.
A CC Club API Key
If you don’t have one yet, go to Get API Key to apply for free (come back to this page after getting it).
The API Key looks like cr_xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, copy it to a notepad first, you’ll need it shortly.
Step 1: Download and Install CC Switch
CC Switch is a desktop application that helps you manage API configuration — just copy-paste, no-brainer operation.
- Click to download: CC Switch Windows version (.msi, 12 MB)
- Double-click the downloaded installer and follow the prompts to complete installation
- After installation, open CC Switch from the Start menu
If Windows shows “Windows protected your PC” on first launch, click “More info” → “Run anyway”. This is Windows’ default protection for unsigned apps and doesn’t affect usage.
Step 2: Fill in Configuration in CC Switch
After opening CC Switch, follow these three actions:
Click ”+ Add Provider”
Fill in Three Fields
Copy-paste the following three items:
| Field | What to Fill |
|---|---|
| Provider Name | CC Club (or any name you like) |
| API Key | Paste the cr_xxxxxx... you just copied |
| Base URL | https://claude-code.club/api |
About Base URL: CC Club provides three addresses, the default https://claude-code.club/api is fastest for most users. If you experience lag, you can try:
https://jp.claude-code.club/api(Japan node, optimized for China)https://hk.claude-code.club/api(Hong Kong node, optimized for China)
Click “Save” then “Activate”
After clicking “Activate”, the status will change to “Active” (green checkmark).
Step 3: Test if Claude Code Works
Now open your terminal (Command Prompt on Windows, Terminal on Mac) and type:
claudeIf you see output similar to this, you’re all set:
Congratulations! You can now start using Claude Code. Try asking it: “Help me create a simple HTML page”.
Troubleshooting
If you see “command not found” or “not recognized”, it means Claude Code CLI is not installed yet. Please follow the Installation Guide to install it first, then come back to this page to configure.
Other Common Issues
| Problem | Solution |
|---|---|
| CC Switch won’t open | Check if your system meets requirements (Windows 10+ / macOS 10.13+) |
| “Activate” button is grayed out | Make sure all three fields (Name, API Key, Base URL) are filled in |
| Test shows “API Key invalid” | Verify the Key is copied correctly, no extra spaces |
| Slow response | Try switching Base URL to Japan or Hong Kong node |
Next Steps
- Learn Basic Usage - Master common commands
- Configure Desktop App - Use Claude Code with a GUI
- Join Community - Exchange experiences with other users
