> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.aibams.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# First Steps

> Your first actions after signing up — navigate the dashboard, deploy an app, and invite your team.

## Your First 15 Minutes with AIBAMS

After completing account setup, here's what to do first to get the most out of your workspace.

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## 1. Explore the Dashboard

The AIBAMS Dashboard is your central command center. When you log in, you'll see:

* **App Launcher** — Quick access to all Fusion Suite applications
* **Recent Activity** — Timeline of recent actions across your workspace
* **Usage Summary** — Storage, email, and AI usage at a glance
* **Quick Actions** — Common tasks like creating a new file, sending an email, or opening the AI assistant

<Tip>
  Pin your most-used applications to the sidebar for faster access. Right-click any app icon and select **Pin to Sidebar**.
</Tip>

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## 2. Connect Your Domain

A custom domain unlocks the full power of AIBAMS — professional email addresses and a live website under your brand.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Go to Domain Settings">
    Navigate to **Settings → Domains** from the dashboard.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add Your Domain">
    Enter your domain (e.g., `yourbusiness.com`) and click **Add Domain**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Update DNS Records">
    AIBAMS will provide you with DNS records to add to your domain registrar (GoDaddy, Namecheap, Cloudflare, etc.).

    You'll need to add:

    * **MX Records** — for MailX email routing
    * **CNAME Record** — for WebX website hosting
    * **TXT Record** — for domain verification

    <Info>
      DNS propagation typically takes **15–60 minutes**, though it can take up to 48 hours in rare cases.
    </Info>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Verify Your Domain">
    Once DNS is updated, return to **Settings → Domains** and click **Verify**. A green checkmark confirms successful verification.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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## 3. Launch Your First App

### Option A: Build a Website with WebX

1. From the dashboard, click **WebX**
2. Choose **AI-Generated Site** or **Start from Template**
3. If using AI, describe your business in plain text:
   > *"A modern consulting firm specializing in digital transformation. We want a professional, dark-themed site with a contact form and services section."*
4. Review the AI-generated layout and click **Publish**

Your site will be live at `yourdomain.com` within minutes.

### Option B: Set Up Business Email with MailX

1. From the dashboard, click **MailX**
2. Click **Create Mailbox**
3. Choose your email prefix (e.g., `hello`, `info`, `yourname`)
4. Your email address will be `prefix@yourdomain.com`
5. Access your inbox directly from the MailX interface

### Option C: Start Using the AI Assistant (FusionX)

1. Click **FusionX** from the dashboard
2. Type your first prompt — examples:
   * *"Draft a professional follow-up email for a client meeting"*
   * *"Summarize the key points from this document"*
   * *"Create a weekly schedule for my team"*

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## 4. Invite Your Team

<Steps>
  <Step title="Go to Team Settings">
    Navigate to **Settings → Team Members**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Click Invite Member">
    Enter the email address of your team member.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Set Their Role">
    Choose an appropriate role:

    * **Admin** — Full access to all settings and apps
    * **Member** — Standard access to workspace apps
    * **Viewer** — Read-only access (great for clients)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Send Invite">
    Click **Send Invitation**. They'll receive an email to join your workspace.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Note>
  Team members don't need a separate AIBAMS subscription — they operate under your organization's plan.
</Note>

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## 5. Configure Notifications

Stay informed without being overwhelmed:

1. Go to **Settings → Notifications**
2. Choose notification preferences per app:
   * **MailX** — New email alerts, digest summary
   * **FileX** — File sharing, upload completion
   * **FusionX** — Task completion, AI suggestions
3. Set your preferred notification channel:
   * **In-app** notifications (always on)
   * **Email** notifications
   * **Browser push** notifications

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## Checklist: First Steps Complete

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Account created and verified">
    Email verified, profile complete, 2FA enabled.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Domain connected">
    DNS records added, domain verified in Settings.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="First application deployed">
    WebX site live, MailX inbox active, or FusionX AI running.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Team invited">
    Team members added with appropriate roles.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Notifications configured">
    Preferences set for relevant apps.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

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## Next Steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Platform Overview" icon="map" href="/getting-started/platform-overview">
    Learn about every part of the AIBAMS ecosystem.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Fusion Suite" icon="layer-group" href="/fusion-suite/overview">
    Deep dive into WebX, MailX, FileX, and FusionX.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>