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Documentation Index

Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.memorybox.ai/llms.txt

Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

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1. Join Alpha 2

Access to MemoryBox is managed via invitation to ensure a stable, high-fidelity experience for all early adopters. Receive Your Invitation Invitations are sent directly from MemVerge employees. This email contains the necessary links to download the MemoryBox Desktop Engine and the Collector browser extension. System Check Ensure your hardware meets the requirements for a local-first “Thinking Layer”:
  • OS: Windows 11; macOS 12+ (Monterey); or supported Linux distributions (Debian, Ubuntu, RHEL, or Fedora).
  • Memory: Minimum 4 GB RAM (8 GB recommended).
  • Browsers: Chrome (v88+) or Firefox (v109+).
  • Windows Dependency: Requires Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable 2015-2022 (x64).

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2. Install the MemoryBox Engine

The Desktop Application acts as your local “Brain,” managing your database and hosting your AI Experts.
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Download the DMG

Click the link in your invitation. Choose aarch64 for Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3) or x64 for Intel chips.
Unsure which chip you have? Go to the Apple Menu () > About This Mac. If you see Chip, download aarch64. If you see Processor, download x64.
2

Install

Double-click the .dmg and drag the MemoryBox icon into your Applications folder.
3

Launch

Open MemoryBox from your Applications folder to initialize your local Synaptic Archive.

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3. Install the Collector

The extension captures AI sessions directly into your local memory.
1

Download & Unzip

Extract the extension folder from your invitation to a permanent location on your drive.
2

Enable Developer Mode

Open chrome://extensions and toggle Developer mode to ON.
3

Load Unpacked

Click Load Unpacked and select your extracted folder.Chrome Developer Mode
4

Pin for Status

Pin MemoryBox from the Puzzle Piece icon. A green dot confirms the link to your Engine.

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4. Verify Connection & Sync

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Check Backend Link

Click the MemoryBox icon in your browser toolbar to confirm it displays Backend Link: Connected.
2

Spot the Assistant Orb

Open ChatGPT or Gemini; look for the floating MemoryBox icon on the right.MemoryBox Assistant Orb
3

Perform Your First Sync

Send a message like “Remember my favorite color is Blue.” Ask your Desktop App “What is my favorite color?” to confirm the sync.
Local-First Privacy: Never move or delete the extension folder after installation, as this breaks the link to your local archive.

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5. Your First Launch: The Product Tour

The first time you initialize MemoryBox, you are guided through an interactive Product Tour. This flow ensures your environment is correctly configured for your specific workflow from the very first session.
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Defining Your Personas

The tour begins by establishing your Persona. This is the specialized “mindset” that your AI Experts adopt when interacting with your data. Choosing a persona early ensures that every subsequent session is grounded in the correct professional or creative context.
Product Tour Persona selection
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Establishing Memory Spaces

Next, you are introduced to Memory Spaces. These are the dedicated “activity rooms” where your information lives. The tour explains how to isolate different areas of your life (e.g., Work, Personal, Research) to prevent context bleed and maintain high-fidelity results.
Product Tour Memory Spaces explanation
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Choosing Your Experts

Finally, the tour highlights Model Selection. You can choose between different AI models (AI Experts) based on the task at hand. Whether you need high-speed responses or deep, complex reasoning, the tour shows you where to swap experts within the Command Center.
Product Tour AI Expert selection
You can revisit these core concepts at any time by exploring the specialized tabs for Personas and Memory Spaces in your sidebar.

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What’s Next?

Calibrate your digital DNA by following our guide to establish your first Persona.