# What is it? **SUNSCAN** is an autonomous **smart solar telescope** designed by the [**STAROS team**](https://staros-projects.org/). You can make observations very simply and obtain images of our star automatically without any special knowledge, showing prominences, flares or even sunspots. The Sunscan project is **open source** and **protected** by specific [licenses](https://www.sunscan.net/the-sunscan-project/license) to guarantee the rights of users and [authors](https://www.sunscan.net/the-sunscan-project/meet-the-team). {% hint style="success" %} Feel free to contact us or [**support us**](https://staros-projects.org/en/support.html).\ It is thanks to donations that STAROS can continue its mission, and it only takes 2 minutes.\ 👉 [https://staros-projects.org/support.html](https://staros-projects.org/en/support.html) {% endhint %} {% embed url="" %} Using **SUNSCAN** is very simple, it can be started in just a few seconds. Place **SUNSCAN** with its tripod, point at the Sun using a small integrated viewfinder. Wait few minutes for the Sun to naturally pass in front of the device thanks to the rotation of the Earth. Then enjoy the result directly on your smartphone or tablet with the integrated WIFI connection. No need to buy expensive filters, computers, telescopes, or astronomical cameras—everything you need is compactly integrated into **SUNSCAN**.

Easily transportable, **SUNSCAN** is the perfect companion for gatherings with friends or public events. Each participant can view nearly real-time images of the Sun on their own smartphone, and all data can also be retrieved directly to a laptop for further exploration and sharing. Compatible with **Android** and **iPhone**, the application can be downloaded directly to your phone or tablet.

{% hint style="success" %} Join us on the **SUNSCAN** Discord server! 🌞 Whether you have technical questions about setting up, adjusting, or using your instrument, or you’d like to share your first images of the Sun, our passionate community is here to help and connect with you. Come chat, learn, and share your love for solar observation! 🚀✨ {% endhint %} {% hint style="danger" %} Looking at the Sun can be extremely dangerous unless proper precautions are taken, and specialized solar viewing equipment. Never look at the Sun directly with your eyes. Even a brief, accidental glance through an unfiltered or improperly filtered optical system can cause immediate and permanent eye damage. Never allow unattended children to operate or be near a solar telescope system. {% endhint %}