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# Getting started!

Whether you're looking to secure your data or just explore what Flostream has to offer, follow these steps to dive into the Flostream era.

**Step 1: Access the App**

First, let's get you to the right place. Click on the link or copy-paste it into your browser to access the Flostream app: <https://app.flo.stream/>

**Step 2: Watch Our Tutorial**

We want to make this transition as smooth as possible. That's why we've prepared a step-by-step video tutorial to walk you through the basics of Flostream Storage.&#x20;

Watch our tutorial on YouTube: [Flostream Tutorial](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0N1LRgIkQ10)&#x20;

This tutorial covers everything from creating your account to navigating the app's main features. We highly recommend taking the time to watch this tutorial to set you up for a smooth, seamless experience.

**Step 3: Need Support? Let's connect!**

Whether you're stuck, have feedback, or just want to chat about our service, we're here to connect.&#x20;

There are two easy ways to get in touch:

1\. Direct Message on X (formerly Twitter): Feel free to send a DM to our support team via Twitter. Reach out to our CEO + Co-founder, David Rhodus (<https://twitter.com/DavidRhodus>), directly for a quick response.

2\. Email Us: Prefer email? No problem! Send your questions or feedback to us at \`<d@alfbus.org>\`. Our goal is to respond as quickly as possible.

**What's Next?**

Once you've visited our portal and followed the steps above, you are signed up for our free tier and receive an introductory offer of 1GB storage to begin your Flostream journey. Your Flostream S3 API key opens the door to exploring our capabilities. For projects with larger needs, we offer storage quotas for testing, ranging from 1TB to 10TB. Each customized options is tailored to specific user cases. Our goal is to provide you with the resources needed to fully evaluate our platform.

Our alpha release is packed with features designed for efficiency and security. We are confident in what's been developed so far however your feedback is invaluable to us in the ongoing Flostream evolution. Don't hesitate to share your thoughts, report bugs, or suggest improvements. Your input is crucial as we continue to enhance Flostream Storage for all users.

**Check out User Demo 1 (AWSCLI) or User Demo 2 (Java Script).**&#x20;

Thank you for being part of our journey. Welcome to the future of secure storage with Flostream!


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