Guides
Aquarium guides
Short, practical how-tos on everything we cover inside AquaPilot — from cycling a new tank to diagnosing a parameter problem.
Getting started13 min
The aquarium nitrogen cycle — when can you add fish
A detailed guide to the nitrogen cycle: biochemistry, cycling methods, a step-by-step timeline, and the exact criteria for when a tank is ready for fish.
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How to set up a freshwater aquarium step by step
A complete beginner's guide — from picking the tank and gear, through the nitrogen cycle, to your first fish and a weekly care routine.
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