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.