# Recursive Systems Agent Handbook > Private, authoritative context that helps approved agents understand Recursive Systems and make sound decisions. This public index intentionally discloses only how to request access. After approval, begin with the private handbook index returned by the access protocol. ## Access - [Request access](https://agents.recursivesystems.dev/access/request): Browser form for a person or interactive agent. - [Agent access protocol](https://agents.recursivesystems.dev/access.md): Machine-readable request, approval, polling, and token flow.