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

# Getting Started

> Learn how to sign up for FeatPaper, access the dashboard, and upload your first document.

## What is FeatPaper?

FeatPaper is a **document management SaaS** that lets you securely share PDF and PPT files and analyze who viewed which pages and when.

* Upload documents and generate share links
* Track viewer behavior in real time
* Get AI-powered insights on document performance
* Manage documents with your team in a shared workspace

This guide walks you through **sign-up, dashboard access, and your first document upload**.

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## Overview

<Steps>
  <Step title="Sign Up and Log In">
    Get started instantly with your Google account.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Explore the Dashboard">
    Learn the sidebar structure and key menus.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Upload Your First Document">
    Create a folder, upload a document, and create a share link.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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## 1. Sign Up and Log In

<Steps>
  <Step title="Go to FeatPaper">
    Open [featpaper.com](https://featpaper.com) in your browser.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Log in with Google">
    Click the **Continue with Google** button. You will be redirected to Google authentication. Select your account to complete both sign-up and login at once.

    <Frame>
      <img src="https://mintcdn.com/featcorp-f1a59635/_8Yj-KAYzbqZmNzF/images/en/getting-started-login.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=_8Yj-KAYzbqZmNzF&q=85&s=1fac3c7ebf1678a7fe7e75ac7c60e077" alt="Login screen" width="1440" height="900" data-path="images/en/getting-started-login.png" />
    </Frame>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Create a Workspace">
    On your first login, you will create a workspace (Space). A workspace is where your team or project manages documents together.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Tip>
  If a teammate has sent you an invitation link, use it to join an existing workspace directly.
</Tip>

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## 2. Explore the Dashboard

After logging in, you will land on the dashboard. Use the left sidebar to access all features.

<Frame caption="Manage your documents and team from the dashboard">
  <img src="https://mintcdn.com/featcorp-f1a59635/_8Yj-KAYzbqZmNzF/images/en/getting-started-dashboard-overview.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=_8Yj-KAYzbqZmNzF&q=85&s=850c433b98de283feaa5ae4dd94449cd" alt="Dashboard overview" width="1440" height="900" data-path="images/en/getting-started-dashboard-overview.png" />
</Frame>

### Sidebar Structure

The sidebar is organized from top to bottom as follows:

| Area       | Menu               | Description                                                         |
| ---------- | ------------------ | ------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Top**    | Workspace Switcher | View the current workspace, switch to another, or create a new one. |
| **Main**   | AI Analytics       | View AI-powered document viewing analytics and insights.            |
| **Main**   | Documents          | Manage uploaded documents organized by folders.                     |
| **Bottom** | Settings           | Manage workspace settings, members, branding, billing, and more.    |
| **Bottom** | Account Menu       | Manage your profile, notification preferences, and sign out.        |

### Access by Role

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Admin">
    Full access to all features: AI Analytics, Documents, and all Settings (members, branding, billing, custom domain, etc.).
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Member">
    Access to Documents and basic Settings. Admin-only features like AI Analytics, branding, and billing are restricted.
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

<Note>
  Use the workspace switcher to move between multiple workspaces.
</Note>

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## 3. Upload Your First Document

<Steps>
  <Step title="Create a Folder">
    Click **Documents** in the sidebar to go to the Documents page. Click the **+ Create** button in the top right corner and select **New Folder**, then enter a folder name.

    <Frame>
      <img src="https://mintcdn.com/featcorp-f1a59635/_8Yj-KAYzbqZmNzF/images/en/getting-started-create-menu.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=_8Yj-KAYzbqZmNzF&q=85&s=979926cdcf531b2a2504ae76366a3c20" alt="Create folder" width="676" height="312" data-path="images/en/getting-started-create-menu.png" />
    </Frame>

    <Tip>
      Use folders to organize documents by project or client.
    </Tip>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Upload a Document">
    Navigate into a folder first, then upload files. Drag and drop files into the upload area, or click to browse.

    Supported formats: **PDF**

    <Frame>
      <img src="https://mintcdn.com/featcorp-f1a59635/_8Yj-KAYzbqZmNzF/images/en/getting-started-document-upload.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=_8Yj-KAYzbqZmNzF&q=85&s=c17055c67c46ba024e2b5122b44b9ed3" alt="Upload document" width="832" height="780" data-path="images/en/getting-started-document-upload.png" />
    </Frame>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Upload Complete">
    Once uploaded, the document appears in your document list. Click it to generate a share link and configure viewing analytics.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Warning>
  File size limits vary by subscription plan. A basic allowance is included with the free plan.
</Warning>

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## Next Steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Managing Your First Document" icon="rocket" href="/en/getting-started/first-document">
    Learn the full flow from upload to share link to viewing analytics.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Creating Share Links" icon="link" href="/en/sharing/share-link">
    Learn how to securely share your documents.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Viewing Analytics" icon="chart-line" href="/en/documents/analytics">
    Explore document viewing data and AI insights.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Workspace Settings" icon="gear" href="/en/workspace/space-management">
    Learn how to manage your workspace and team settings.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Plugins" icon="plug" href="/en/plugins/powerpoint">
    Learn how to integrate with external tools like PowerPoint and Figma.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>