Title: GhostESP: Revival
Description: GhostESP is a Wi-Fi pentesting and multi-protocol wireless security platform for ESP32 devices. Scan Wi-Fi networks, capture handshakes, launch attacks, read NFC tags, learn and transmit IR signals, and more
URL: /latest/
Version: latest
Section: GhostESP Documentation
Keywords: ESP32, security testing, WiFi, NFC, infrared, penetration testing, toolkit, wireless security
Search index: /search-index.json

# GhostESP: Revival

> GhostESP is a Wi-Fi pentesting and multi-protocol wireless security platform for ESP32 devices. Scan Wi-Fi networks, capture handshakes, launch attacks, read NFC tags, learn and transmit IR signals, and more

## On this page

- [Start Here](#start-here)
- [Explore Capabilities](#explore-capabilities)

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## Start Here
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## 1. Check your board
Confirm your board, supported features, and the firmware build you need.
](/latest/getting-started/supported-hardware/)
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## 2. Flash GhostESP
Use the recommended web flasher or choose a manual USB or Flipper Zero method.
](/latest/getting-started/installation-guide/)
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## 3. Connect to GhostESP
Choose the on-device UI, WebUI, serial CLI, Flipper app, or desktop control app.
](/latest/getting-started/control-methods/)
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## 4. Try your first scan
Run a passive Wi-Fi scan and confirm that your device is working.
](/latest/getting-started/first-scan/)
Stuck? The [FAQ](/latest/getting-started/faq/) covers setup, credentials, and common failures. If you are adding a module or changing pins, see [Wiring Modules and Peripherals](/latest/getting-started/peripheral-wiring/).
## Explore Capabilities
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## Wi-Fi
Scan networks, capture handshakes, and launch attacks.
](/latest/wifi/)
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## Bluetooth
Scan, advertise, read GATT services, and target AirTags.
](/latest/ble/)
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## SubGHz
Scan, capture, and replay sub-GHz radio signals with a CC1101.
](/latest/subghz/)
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## NFC
Read, write, and save NFC tags.
](/latest/nfc/)
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## Infrared
Learn and transmit IR signals and universal remotes.
](/latest/infrared/)
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## GPS
Log wardrives and tag captures with location data.
](/latest/gps/)
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## LoRa
Meshtastic chat on SX1262, BLE app link, stock radio interop.
](/latest/lora/)
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## Ethernet
Fingerprint hosts and scan the wired network.
](/latest/ethernet/)
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## Camera
Stream MJPEG video and run motion detection.
](/latest/camera/)
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## USB
Use keyboard, BadUSB, keyboard mode, and mouse jiggler features.
](/latest/usb/)
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## Flipper Zero App
Control GhostESP from a Flipper Zero.
](/latest/flipper-app/)
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## GhostScript
Automate multi-step workflows with Lua scripts.
](/latest/ghostscript/)
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## Customization
Theme packages, boot images, and device styling.
](/latest/customization/)
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## Companion Tools
Desktop Control App and screen mirroring over USB.
](/latest/companion-tools/)