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

# FAQ

> Frequently asked questions about Latcher

## Getting Started

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  <Accordion title="Is Latcher available to everyone?">
    We hope to meet the demand for Latcher as quickly as possible, however we are limiting use during our beta phase.
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  <Accordion title="How do I get started with Latcher?">
    Check out our [Welcome Guide](https://docs.latcher.ai/welcome) and explore our [Prompt Library](https://docs.latcher.ai/prompt-engineering/prompt-library) for sample use cases to try first.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What learning levels does Latcher support?">
    Latcher is designed for Advanced Exploratory Learning. However, you can use it for all learning stages—from [Preschool](https://docs.latcher.ai/learning-levels/preschool-learning) through [University](https://docs.latcher.ai/learning-levels/university-learning) and [Advanced Research](https://docs.latcher.ai/learning-levels/advanced-exploratory-learning).
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## Understanding AI & Latcher

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  <Accordion title="What is generative AI?">
    Generative AI creates new content—text, audio, images, and insights—based on your prompts and data. Latcher uses multimodal AI to generate Insight Notes, Audio Briefs, Context Maps, and research analysis.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="How can I use generative AI for learning?">
    AI accelerates learning by creating personalized explanations, synthesizing complex topics, generating study materials, and revealing connections across subjects. See our [Learning guide](https://docs.latcher.ai/prompt-engineering/learning) for specific techniques.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What makes Latcher different from other AI tools?">
    Latcher specializes in multimodal learning and research—creating Audio Briefs for commute learning, Context Maps for visual understanding, and Insight Notes for deep comprehension, all designed for Human–AI collaboration without abstraction.
  </Accordion>
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## Platform Features

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  <Accordion title="What are Latcher's core outputs?">
    <ul>
      <li><strong>Insight Notes</strong>: Citation-rich summaries and analysis</li>
      <li><strong>Audio Briefs</strong>: Studio-quality conversations for mobile learning</li>
      <li><strong>Context Maps</strong>: Interactive visual representations of complex topics</li>
      <li><strong>Contradictor Agent</strong>: Challenge assumptions and surface alternative viewpoints</li>
    </ul>
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What topics can I explore with Latcher?">
    Latcher excels in [Computing & Algorithms](https://docs.latcher.ai/topics/computing-algorithms), [Science & Writing](https://docs.latcher.ai/topics/science-writing), and [Statistics & Finance](https://docs.latcher.ai/topics/statistics-finance), plus any subject where deep research and analysis matter.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I upload my own documents?">
    Yes! Latcher can analyze your research papers, notes, presentations, and other documents to create personalized learning materials and insights.
  </Accordion>
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## AI for Work & Business

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  <Accordion title="How can I use AI in my work?">
    AI can automate research, create presentations, analyze data, generate reports, and accelerate decision-making. Latcher's research agents help professionals synthesize information and communicate findings effectively.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="How can AI help me build income streams?">
    AI can help identify market opportunities, create content, automate services, and develop expertise in high-demand areas. Use Latcher to research emerging fields and build specialized knowledge.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I use Latcher to reinvent my career?">
    Absolutely. Latcher helps you rapidly develop expertise in new fields, understand industry trends, and build the knowledge foundation needed for career transitions or advancement.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="How can AI help me build a business?">
    AI accelerates market research, competitive analysis, content creation, and strategic planning. Latcher's research capabilities help entrepreneurs understand markets, technologies, and opportunities.
  </Accordion>
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## Pricing & Account Settings

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  <Accordion title="What are credits?">
    Each action—model interactions, document ingestions, and audio briefs—consumes credits. Credits reset every month, and unused credits roll over for one additional month.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What are the pricing tiers?">
    Visit [https://docs.latcher.ai/pricing](https://docs.latcher.ai/pricing) for details on our monthly and annual pricing and tiers.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I upgrade or downgrade my plan?">
    Yes, you can change your subscription tier at any time on your Billing page. Contact [sales@latcher.ai](mailto:sales@latcher.ai) for enterprise and education plans.
  </Accordion>
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## Privacy & Security

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  <Accordion title="How do space visibility settings work?">
    A private space means only the creator can access it. It won't be visible to anyone else, even if they have the link.
    When a space is marked public, it becomes viewable by anyone who has the link. However, to view it you need to have a Latcher account.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Is my data private?">
    Absolutely. Your documents remain encrypted at rest, are processed in isolated runtime containers, and are never used to train our models. Latcher is also SOC 2 Type 2 compliant.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What models does Latcher use?">
    We use a mix of state-of-the-art open and proprietary multimodal models.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="How is my data processed?">
    All processing happens in secure, isolated containers. Your data never leaves our secure infrastructure and is never used for model training or shared with third parties.
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## Support & Community

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  <Accordion title="Need help?">
    Reach us anytime on our [Community Discord](https://discord.gg/5ApdKY2h6B) or by emailing [contact@latcher.ai](mailto:contact@latcher.ai).
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Where can I find more detailed guides?">
    Our Prompt Library is a good place to start for in-depth guides on prompting, learning techniques, and advanced features. You can also join our Discord community for tips and guidance from other users.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="How can I stay updated on new features?">
    Join our [Discord community](https://discord.gg/5ApdKY2h6B) for real-time updates, feature announcements, and discussions with other Latcher users.
  </Accordion>
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