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The MemoryBox Ecosystem

MemoryBox is a distributed system designed to bridge the gap between different AI platforms. It consists of two primary parts working in tandem:
  1. The Chrome Extension: Your “Capture” tool. It lives inside your browser and watches your conversations with ChatGPT and Gemini.
  2. The Desktop Application: Your “Brain.” It stores your data locally, provides search capabilities, and generates advanced insights.

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The Memory Lifecycle

Understanding how data moves through the system is key to getting the most out of MemoryBox.
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Enrich & Sync (The Extension)

When you chat with an AI, the Chrome Extension bridges your local context to the web. By clicking the Blue Paper-Airplane, you “enrich” your current prompt with relevant memories from your database. Meanwhile, because Auto-sync is enabled by default, your interactions are automatically captured and saved to your local memory.
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Storage (The Local Database)

The extension sends that data to the Desktop App via the Backend Link. Your memories are stored in a local directory on your machine (e.g., AppData or Application Support), ensuring your data stays private and under your control.
3

Context Injection (The Session)

When you start a new chat, you can select a Session from your library. MemoryBox “feeds” the relevant historical data back into the AI, allowing it to remember your previous steak preferences, project details, or coding standards.
4

Insight Generation (The Goodies)

Over time, the Desktop App analyzes your accumulated memories to build Personas and generate Goodies like your MBTI profile or Spirit Animal.

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Shared Experience FAQ

No. MemoryBox is designed for local-first storage. Your “Backend Link” connects your browser to your own computer, not a remote server.
Yes! As long as the Desktop App is running, you can install the extension on any Chromium-based browser and they will all contribute to the same local “Brain.”
Check the Browser Action Pop-up. If the Backend Link says “Connected” in green, your shared experience is active.

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Support & Community

If you encounter issues during your configuration:
  • Use the Report an Issue link in the Desktop App.
  • Check the Settings menu to verify your storage path.
  • Join our Reddit Forum to connect with other users and share tips.