> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.ebrain.ai/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.ebrain.ai/getting-started/quick-start.md). # Quick start Welcome to eBrain. The first time you sign in, eBrain opens a short, full-screen **welcome flow** that gets you set up: it explains how your data is protected, introduces what Tim can do, and helps you connect WhatsApp and your calendar and mail. It takes just a few minutes. {% hint style="info" %} **Every step is optional.** You can choose **Finish later** on any screen and go straight into the app, then set things up whenever you like from **Settings**. That said, connecting at least your calendar or mail is what makes Tim genuinely useful from day one. {% endhint %} A progress indicator at the top shows how far along you are, and you can switch the language between Dutch and English at any time. {% stepper %} {% step %} ## See how eBrain protects your data The flow opens with a short privacy overview, because Tim works with sensitive information like your mail and calendar. It covers the essentials: your data is stored on European servers, encrypted both at rest and in transit, never used to train AI models, and Tim never takes an important action without your approval. Read it over and continue. For the full picture, see [Privacy and security](/account-and-settings/privacy-and-security.md). {% endstep %} {% step %} ## Meet Tim Next you'll see what Tim does for you: he **reaches out proactively** (on WhatsApp) when something needs your attention, **learns how you work** through regular check-ins and memory, and **keeps an eye on your calendar and inbox** so nothing slips through the cracks. New companies start with a **14-day free trial, no credit card required**. {% endstep %} {% step %} ## Connect WhatsApp so Tim can reach you WhatsApp is how Tim reaches out to you, and it lets you ask him anything from your phone. To link it: * Scan the on-screen **QR code** with your phone, or * Send the displayed **`EBRAIN-XXXXXX` code** to eBrain's WhatsApp number. The **Open in WhatsApp** button opens a chat with the code already filled in. The code is time-limited; if it runs out, request a new one. Once your number is verified, you'll see a confirmation and a toggle that lets **Tim send you occasional proactive messages** - it's on by default, and you can change it later. Prefer to set this up another time? Choose **Finish later**. For everything you can do over WhatsApp, see [Using eBrain on WhatsApp](/ebrain-on-whatsapp/getting-started.md). {% endstep %} {% step %} ## Connect your calendar and mail This is the step that makes Tim genuinely useful. You'll see a **Google** card and a **Microsoft** card, each with a **Calendar** and a **Mail** option. Tick what you'd like Tim to help with, then choose **Connect** and approve access on Google's or Microsoft's own sign-in screen. When you connect both Calendar and Mail, you approve them together in a single consent step (with Google, you'll see one quick extra confirmation screen). eBrain never stores your passwords - you always sign in directly with the provider - and you can connect more accounts, or disconnect any, later. {% hint style="success" %} eBrain is multi-account: you can combine several Gmail and Outlook mailboxes and Google and Microsoft calendars into one unified inbox and calendar. For the full list of services you can link, including Google Drive, Notion, and HubSpot, see [Connecting your accounts](/account-and-settings/integrations.md). {% endhint %} {% endstep %} {% endstepper %} ## You're in - say hello to Tim When you finish (or skip) the welcome flow, eBrain opens the **Chats** page. Just ask Tim in plain language - no special syntax needed. If you're not sure where to begin, tap one of the suggested prompts on the empty chat, or try something like "What needs my attention this morning?" or "Prep me for today's meetings." Tim looks things up before answering: mention a meeting and he checks your calendar; mention a sender and he searches your mail. {% hint style="info" %} When Tim wants to do something that changes your data - send an email, create an event, add a task - an approval card appears with the details. Click **Approve** or **Reject**; nothing happens until you confirm. See [Approval flows explained](/chatting-with-tim/approval-flows.md). {% endhint %} ## Where to go next You're set up. Here are good next stops depending on what you want to do.
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