How to Use eLifeVault: Step-by-Step Guide

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📘 How to Use eLifeVault: Step-by-Step Guide

🚀 Getting Started

1. Download and Open the App

  • Download the eLifeVault app from the App Store (iOS).

  • Once installed, tap the icon on your device to open it.

2. Start Using the App for Free

  • You can begin using eLifeVault immediately with up to 200 MB of free storage.

  • To remove storage limits and unlock premium features, tap Account > Subscribe to upgrade to Premium.

🔐 Security Setup

3. Set Up PIN Protection

  • You can use the app freely to take photos or scan documents. However, you must set a PIN before you can view any stored files (photos or scans).

  • To set your PIN:

    • Go to Account > App Security > Set PIN

    • Create a 4-digit PIN for secure access.

    • Set up security questions to allow PIN recovery if forgotten.

🔒 We recommend setting your PIN as soon as you start using the app.

4. Enable Face ID (Premium Only)

  • For added convenience and security, Premium users can enable Face ID.

  • To activate:

    • Go to Account > App Security

    • Enable Face ID toggle (if your device supports it).

📸 Capturing and Importing Documents

5. Take a Photo

  • You can either:

    • Tap Capture first and choose the category after taking the photo, or

    • Navigate to a category, then tap Capture to save directly into that folder.

  • Steps:

    • Give the app permission to access your camera if prompted.

    • Tap the Capture button located at the bottom of the screen.

    • Take the photo and assign it to a category.

6. Scan a Document

  • Ideal for scanning single or multi-page documents.

  • You can:

    • Select Scan directly and assign a category afterward, or

    • Enter a category first, then tap Scan to save the document there.

  • Steps:

    • Allow camera access if prompted.

    • Tap Scan at the bottom of the screen.

    • Scan each page and tap Done when complete.

    • Save the file and assign it to a folder.

7. Import Files or Photos

  • To import existing images or files:

    • Tap Import on the home screen or in the Account > Import menu.

    • Choose to import from your:

      • Photo library

      • Files app

    • Assign the file to a category before or after importing.

🖼 Viewing and Sharing Files

8. View Photos and Files

  • To open stored content:

    • Search by filename or tag, or

    • Browse by category from the home screen.

  • Tap a file to open it in full view mode.

9. Share Files or Photos

  • Locate and open the file you want to share.

  • Tap the share icon (typically at the bottom right).

  • Use your device’s native share menu to send the file via email, text, etc.

🔍 Finding and Managing Files

10. Find Files

  • Search:

    • Tap the search bar and enter the file name or keyword.

  • Browse:

    • Navigate through categories to find stored files manually.

11. Manage and Edit Files

  • Open the desired file, then tap the options menu (usually the top-right icon).

  • Available options:

    • Rename – Change the file name.

    • Move – Reassign the file to another category or folder.

    • Delete – Permanently remove the file.

    • Share – Share the file (also available from the file view).

    • View Details – See file metadata such as file size, date added, etc.

🗂 Understanding and Managing Categories

12. Default and Custom Categories

  • eLifeVault includes four main categories:

    • Personal

    • Business

    • Health

    • Estate Planning

  • Each main category includes several default subcategories.

  • You may add an unlimited number of custom main or subcategories to suit your needs.

13. Add or Delete Categories

  • To manage categories:

    • Tap the Categories tab.

    • Use the top-right icon (usually three dots or a plus sign).

    • Choose:

      • Add New Category

      • Add New Subcategory

      • Delete Category

      • Delete Subcategory

👤 Managing Your Account

14. Accessing Account Settings

  • Tap Account at the bottom of the app to open your account page.

  • From here you can:

    • General Info – View basic app information.

    • Import – Access file/photo import tool.

    • Storage – View used and remaining storage (by MB and number of files).

    • App Security – Manage your PIN and biometric settings.

    • Support – Contact customer support.

    • Subscribe – Upgrade to Premium.

💎 Premium Features Overview

15. Why Upgrade to Premium?

Premium unlocks:

  • Unlimited files (only limited by your device storage)

  • Unlimited scans

  • Unlimited imports

  • Face ID access

  • Cloud backup (to iCloud or Google Drive – depending on device)

To upgrade:

  • Go to Account > Subscribe and choose your plan.

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