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Getting Started with Halo

This guide walks you through downloading Halo, creating your account, and setting up the app for the first time.

Download the App

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  1. Open the App Store on your iPhone
  2. Search for “Halo by Aether”
  3. Tap Get to download
  4. Open the app when installation completes

Requirements: iOS 15.0 or later

Create Your Account

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  1. Open Halo

    Launch the app and tap Get Started.

  2. Enter Your Email

    Type your email address. This will be your login and how doctors can find you.

  3. Create a Password

    Choose a strong password with at least 8 characters, including a number and special character.

  4. Enter Your Information

    Provide your:

    • Full name (as it appears on medical records)
    • Date of birth
    • Phone number (optional, for account recovery)

  5. Verify Your Email

    Check your email for a verification link. Tap it to confirm your account.

  6. Set Up Biometric Login (Optional)

    Enable Face ID or Touch ID for quick, secure access.

Your First Look at Halo

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After creating your account, you’ll see the Home screen. Here’s what you’ll find:

Home Tab

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Your health dashboard showing:

  • A personalized greeting
  • Summary cards for conditions, medications, allergies, and labs
  • Recent activity timeline
  • Quick access to all record types

Empty State

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If this is a new account, you’ll see helpful prompts to:

  • Add your first health records
  • Connect with a doctor
  • Explore the app features

Adding Your First Records

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You can add health records in two ways:

  1. Go to the Records tab
  2. Tap the section you want to add (e.g., Medications)
  3. Tap the + button
  4. Fill in the details
  5. Tap Save

Setting Up Your Profile

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Customize your experience in the Profile tab:

SettingDescription
Personal InfoUpdate your name, DOB, phone, gender
AppearanceChoose Light, Dark, or System theme
NotificationsControl which alerts you receive
Privacy & SecurityManage biometric login and app lock
Help & SupportAccess help resources and contact support

Enable Biometric Login

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For quick, secure access:

  1. Go to Profile → Privacy & Security
  2. Toggle Face ID or Touch ID on
  3. Authenticate to confirm
  4. Next time, unlock with your face or fingerprint

Accepting a Doctor Invitation

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If your doctor uses Aether, they may send you an invitation:

  1. Check your email for an invitation from your doctor
  2. Tap the link in the email to open Halo
  3. Review the invitation showing the doctor’s name and practice
  4. Tap Accept to connect
  5. The doctor now appears in your Doctors tab
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Bottom Tabs

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TabIconPurpose
Home🏠Dashboard and overview
Records📋All health records
Doctors👨‍⚕️Connected providers
Messages💬Secure conversations
Profile👤Settings and account

Common Actions

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  • Pull down to refresh any screen
  • Tap a card to see more details
  • Swipe left on list items for quick actions
  • Tap + to add new records

Troubleshooting

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  • Check your internet connection
  • Verify your email address is correct
  • Make sure password meets requirements (8+ chars, number, special char)
  • Try a different email if one is already registered

Next Steps

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