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

# Account Setup

> Configure your RelayHub account and preferences

After your first sign-in, take a few minutes to configure your account. This guide covers authentication options, profile settings, chat preferences, and security.

## Authentication Methods

RelayHub supports multiple ways to sign in. Your administrator controls which methods are available for your organization.

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Email & Password">
    The standard login method. Enter your email and password on the sign-in page. If you forget your password, click **Forgot Password** to receive a reset link via email.

    Passwords must meet minimum security requirements set by your administrator. Choose a strong, unique password that you do not reuse across other services.
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Magic Link">
    Magic link authentication lets you sign in without a password. Enter your email address and click **Send Magic Link**. Check your inbox for a one-time login link that expires after 15 minutes.

    This is a good option if you prefer not to manage another password, or if your organization wants to reduce credential-based risk.
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

## Profile Settings

Click your avatar or initials in the bottom-left corner of the sidebar, then select **Settings** to access your profile.

<Steps>
  ### Update your display name

  Your display name appears in shared conversations and team workspaces. Set it to your real name so teammates can identify you easily. Navigate to the **Profile** section and update the **Name** field.

  ### Set your preferred theme

  RelayHub supports **Light** and **Dark** themes. Choose the one that is most comfortable for your working environment. The theme setting is found under **Appearance** in your profile settings.

  <Tip>
    Dark mode reduces eye strain during extended work sessions and uses less battery on OLED displays.
  </Tip>

  ### Upload a profile photo

  Adding a profile photo helps teammates recognize you in shared chats and workspace member lists. Click the avatar placeholder to upload an image.
</Steps>

## Chat Preferences

Fine-tune how the AI behaves in your conversations. These settings apply to all your new chats by default.

<Steps>
  ### Choose a default model

  Under **Chat Preferences**, select your preferred default model. This is the model automatically selected when you start a new conversation. You can always override it per-chat using the model selector dropdown.

  If your organization has configured BYOK (Bring Your Own Key) provider keys or a custom LLM endpoint, those models will also appear in the selector.

  ### Configure web search

  The **Web Search** toggle controls whether the AI can search the internet for current information before responding. When enabled, the AI retrieves relevant web results and incorporates them into its answers.

  * **Enabled** -- Best for questions about current events, recent data, or topics that change frequently.
  * **Disabled** -- Best for creative writing, internal document analysis, or when you want responses based solely on the AI's training and your uploaded files.

  ### Set reasoning mode preferences

  Some models support **Reasoning Mode**, which shows the AI's step-by-step thought process before delivering a final answer. This is useful for complex analytical tasks, math problems, and multi-step research questions.

  You can toggle reasoning mode on or off from the chat toolbar for any conversation.
</Steps>

## Security: Enable Multi-Factor Authentication

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) adds a second layer of protection to your account. RelayHub supports time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) compatible with authenticator apps like Google Authenticator, Authy, or 1Password.

<Steps>
  ### Open security settings

  Navigate to **Settings** and select the **Security** tab.

  ### Enable MFA

  Click **Enable Multi-Factor Authentication**. RelayHub displays a QR code on screen.

  ### Scan the QR code

  Open your authenticator app and scan the QR code. The app will begin generating six-digit codes that refresh every 30 seconds.

  ### Confirm with a verification code

  Enter the current six-digit code from your authenticator app into the confirmation field and click **Verify**. Once confirmed, MFA is active on your account.
</Steps>

<Warning>
  Save your recovery codes in a secure location when you enable MFA. If you lose access to your authenticator app, recovery codes are the only way to regain access to your account without administrator intervention.
</Warning>

## Next Steps

With your account configured, you are ready to get the most out of RelayHub:

* **[Chat Basics](/chat-collaboration/chat-basics)** -- Learn about chat features including file attachments, web search, and model switching.
* **[Dual Chat](/chat-collaboration/dual-chat)** -- Compare AI model responses side by side.
* **[Workspaces](/workspaces/overview)** -- Join or create team workspaces with shared files and AI memory.
* **[AI Agents](/ai-agents/overview)** -- Discover pre-built agents or create custom ones for your workflows.