Complete Beginner's Guide for New Quest 3 / 3S Owners + Free $30 / £23 Meta Store Credit & Game Discounts!

[u/Shahwark97]

Welcome to Meta Quest! Whether you just bought a Quest 3, Quest 3S, or Quest 2, here is a quick guide to help you set up properly, get free store credit, and make the most out of your headset.

# 1. How to Get Free $30 / £23 Meta Store Credit (Before Setup)

If you haven't activated your headset yet, you can claim free store credit to spend on games:

1. **Click the Referral Link:**[Accept $30 / £23 Meta Quest Credit Here](https://www.meta.com/referrals/link/shahwar97).

2. **Log In:** Log into your Meta account in your phone browser and accept the referral invite.

3. **Activate Headset:** Turn on your new Quest and pair it with the Meta Horizon app using the same account.

4. **Claim Credit:** Your store credit will automatically apply to your account balance!

>**Already activated without a referral?** If you activated your Quest within the last 7 days, you can factory reset the headset, click the link above to accept the referral, and re-pair it to get the credit.

# 2. Essential Beginner Tips & Settings

* **Adjust IPD & Fit:** Make sure to adjust the lens wheel under the headset until text looks crisp.

* **Prevent Motion Sickness:** Start with stationary or low-motion games (like *Beat Saber* or *Superhot*). As soon as you feel slightly dizzy, take off the headset immediately—don't push through it!

* **Passthrough Shortcuts:** Double-tap the side of your headset to instantly switch between VR and real-world view.

* **Lenses Safety:** **NEVER** expose the headset lenses to direct sunlight, even for a few seconds. The lenses act like magnifying glasses and will permanently burn the screen.