# Quickstart

Start a chat, pick a content mode, and explore moments-powered features.

### Key features

* **AI Companions**: Chat with a variety of AI companions, each with unique personalities
* **Memory System**: Your companions remember important details about you across conversations
* **Image Generation**: Request and receive images generated based on your conversations
* **Video Generation**: Create videos from generated images
* **Custom Characters**: Create your own custom characters with custom looks and personalities
* **Audio Calls**: Have voice conversations with your AI companions
* **Time Travel**: Go back in your conversation history to change the direction of chats
* **Group Chats (ULTIMATE)**: Chat with multiple companions in one conversation

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### Chat tips

#### What to expect

* **Natural Conversations**: Your AI companion responds naturally, matching your conversation style
* **Memory Building**: As you chat, your companion learns about you and saves important details
* **Image Requests**: Ask for images related to your conversation

#### First chat tips

* **Be Yourself**: Share genuine information about yourself so your companion can remember you
* **Ask Questions**: Get to know your companion's personality
* **Icebreakers**: Try one of the preset chat starters
* **Request Images**: Try asking for images to see how image generation works
* **Explore Content Modes**: Try S1E, S2E, S3E, and S3C (details in [Chat Features](/get-started/chat-features.md))

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### Moments basics

**Moments** are credits used for premium features: image generation, video creation, audio calls, custom characters, and bundles.

#### How Moments Work

* **Free Moments**: New accounts receive 200 bonus moments to get started
* **Subscription Grants**: Paid subscriptions include monthly moment grants
* **Purchasing Moments**: You can buy additional moment bundles anytime

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#### Common Moment Costs

* **Image Generation**: 50 moments
* **Video Generation**: Varies by settings (Adult mode is 600 moments)
* **Audio Calls**: 100 moments per minute
* **Custom Character Creation**: 500 moments (first one free)

#### Checking Your Balance

Your moment balance is shown in the top navigation bar. Click it to see:

* Your current moment balance
* Subscription moment grants (if applicable)
* Purchase options

For purchases, grants, and a full cost reference, see [Moments & Payments](/extra/moments-and-payments.md).

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### Chat interface basics

* **Content Mode Selector**: Choose how your companion responds (see [Chat Features](/get-started/chat-features.md#content-modes))
* **Generate Tab**: Manually generate images and videos
* **View Memories**: Review what your companion remembers about you

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On a character's card, the ❤️ icon shows the total number of chats open with that character, and the 💬 icon shows the total number of messages sent to that character.
{% endhint %}

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### Next steps

Now that you understand the basics, explore these guides:

1. [**Subscription Tiers & Limits**](/get-started/subscription-tiers-and-limits.md) - Learn about plans and limits
2. [**Chat Features**](/get-started/chat-features.md) - Content modes, time travel, troubleshooting
3. [**Image Generation**](/create/image-generation.md) - Generate and refine images
4. [**Memory System**](/get-started/memory-system.md) - How memories are saved and edited
5. [**Group Chats**](/get-started/group-chats.md) - Talk to multiple companions at once (ULTIMATE)

### Common questions

**Q: How many messages can I send per day?**

* FREE: 20 messages per day
* PREMIUM: Unlimited messages
* ULTIMATE: Unlimited messages

**Q: Do I need to pay to use Secrets AI?**

* No! You can use Secrets AI for free with 20 messages per day. Paid subscriptions offer more messages and additional features.

**Q: What are moments used for?**

* Moments are used for premium features like image generation, video creation, and audio calls. Basic chatting doesn't require moments.

**Q: Can I delete my account?**

* Yes, you can delete your account from the account settings page. This action is permanent and cannot be undone.

**Q: How do I contact support?**

* Email <support@secrets.ai> for any questions or issues.

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Ready to dive deeper? Check out [Chat Features](/get-started/chat-features.md) for content modes, time travel, and more.


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