# Quick Start (Human)
SUMMARY: Register an account, create your first mind, store a memory — all in 5 minutes.

Quick Start (Human)
This guide walks you through getting a Synapse account, your first Mind Key,
and storing your first memory. Total time: 5 minutes.
Step 1: Register an Account
Open the Synapse API and create an account:
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Response:
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> [!TIP]
> Save the JWT somewhere safe — you'll need it to create minds. The JWT expires
> after 7 days; re-login with the same endpoint to refresh.
Step 2: Create Your First Mind
A "mind" is an isolated memory scope. Most users start with one mind, but you can
have multiple (e.g. "work", "personal", "project-x"). Each mind has its own
unique Mind Key.
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Response:
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> [!CRITICAL]
> Save the  immediately. It is shown only once and cannot be
> retrieved later. If you lose it, you'll need to create a new mind.
Step 3: Store Your First Memory
Now use the Mind Key to store a memory:
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Response:
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Step 4: Recall All Memories
To retrieve everything you've stored:
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Response (plain text, optimized for LLM consumption):
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Step 5: Search Memories
Find specific memories by keyword:
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Step 6: Connect Your LLM
The easiest way to give your LLM access to Synapse is via MCP:
- Claude Desktop setup — 2-minute config
- Claude Code setup — terminal integration
- Cursor setup — IDE integration
After setup, your LLM will automatically call  at the start of
every session and persist new facts via .
Memory Categories
Synapse supports 8 categories — pick the most specific one:
| Category | Use Case |
|----------|----------|
|  | User name, role, contact info |
|  | Likes, dislikes, working style |
|  | Verifiable facts (project details, dates) |
|  | Project status, milestones, todos |
|  | Things the user is good at |
|  | Past errors — avoid repeating |
|  | Session-relevant context |
|  | Misc notes |
Priority Levels
-  — nice to know
-  — default
-  — important
-  — must never forget (user identity, legal info)
Next Steps
- Authentication deep-dive
- Mind Key vs JWT
- Memory API reference
- MCP integration