Create your first digital clone in 5 minutes

Creating your first MyPersona is surprisingly quick and straightforward. While the setup process takes just 5 minutes, the actual AI processing happens in the background and can take 4-6 hours to complete. Let's walk through each step to get your digital clone up and running.

Before You Begin

What You'll Need:

Web camera and microphone to record the video online or you can provide a clear photo or short video (2-3 minutes) of the person you want to clone
Any relevant documents or knowledge sources (optional for initial setup)
A quiet environment for recording (if creating a video-based MyPersona)

Quick Tip: Start with a simple photo-based persona first to get familiar with the process, then upgrade to video later if needed.

Getting Started:

Click the "Create a New MyPersona" card in your dashboard or "+ New MyPersona" button at the top right
The creation flow will be started with the providing basic details of the MyPersona

Step 1: Basic Details (1 minute)

Fill in Essential Information:

Name: The MyPersona's full name (e.g., "Dr. Sarah Johnson")
Role: Their professional title (e.g., "Chief Technology Officer")
Notification Email: The email address to which to send notifications when MyPersona would like to contact the owner
Biography: A brief description of their background and expertise (2-3 sentences)

Pro Tips:

Keep the biography concise but informative
Focus on the key areas where the MyPersona provides expertise
Use natural, conversational language

Step 2: Appearance (2 minutes)

This step determines how your MyPersona will appear to users. You have two options:

Option A: Photo-Based MyPersona

Upload a clear, high-quality photo (headshot works best)
Disables all video interactions
Users interact via text chat only
Best for: Quick deployment, lower processing time

Option B: Video-Based MyPersona (Full experience)

Record or upload a 2-3 minute video of the person speaking
Include natural gestures and expressions
Ensure good lighting and clear audio
Best for: Maximum realism, natural movements, authentic voice cloning

Video Recording Guidelines:

Use a quiet environment with minimal background noise
Maintain eye contact with the camera
Speak clearly and at a natural pace
Include some hand gestures and facial expressions
You will be provided by a sample script

Step 3: Knowledge Base (1 minute)

Adding Initial Knowledge:

Your MyPersona needs information to draw from when answering questions. You can start simple and expand later:

Quick Setup Options:

Upload documents: PDFs, Word docs, presentations, or text files
Website URLs: Link to relevant web pages or documentation
Adding Tools: Jira, Confluence, Google Drive, Google Calendar, etc.

Knowledge Source Examples:

Company policies and procedures
Product documentation
Frequently asked questions
Training materials
Industry standards
Personal expertise areas

Pro Tips:

Start with 3-5 key documents for initial testing
You can always add more knowledge after creation
The system will process and index content automatically
Focus on the most commonly asked topics first

Step 4: Customizations (30 seconds)

Fine-tune Your MyPersona's Behavior:

Advanced Options:

Custom Greeting: Personalized welcome message for new conversations
Escalation Message: What the MyPersona says when contacting the real expert

Step 5: Preview & Launch (30 seconds)

Final Review:

The preview screen shows you current starus of cloning process, once done it shows you exactly how your MyPersona will appear to users.

What Happens Next:

You'll receive a notification once cloning process completes via email
The MyPersona becomes available for communication once cloning completes
You can monitor progress from the dashboard

Understanding Processing Times

Immediate Availability (0-5 minutes):

Basic chat functionality
Text-based responses using knowledge base
Profile information and static image

Full Processing (4-6 hours for video MyPersona):

Voice cloning and synthesis
Video avatar generation
Advanced facial expressions and movements
Optimized response quality

Quick Start Checklist

✅ Preparation (Before starting):

[ ] Prepare web camera and microphone or Gather a clear photo or video
[ ] Prepare basic biographical information
[ ] Collect 2-3 key knowledge documents

✅ Creation Process:

[ ] Complete basic details form
[ ] Record a video online or Upload photo or video
[ ] Add initial knowledge sources
[ ] Configure optional settings
[ ] Wait for cloning completes

✅ Post-Creation:

[ ] Check email for progress updates
[ ] Test basic chat functionality
[ ] Plan knowledge base expansion
[ ] Share access with team members

Pro Tips for Success

🎯 Start Simple:

Begin with a photo-based MyPersona to learn the system
Add one knowledge source initially, expand gradually
Test thoroughly before sharing with others

⚡ Optimize for Speed:

Keep initial knowledge sources small and focused
Choose Chat-Only mode for fastest deployment

🔄 Iterate and Improve:

Monitor conversation logs to identify knowledge gaps
Add frequently asked questions to the knowledge base
Refine the MyPersona's responses based on user feedback

Next Steps

Once your MyPersona is created and processing:

Explore the management dashboard to monitor progress
Plan your knowledge expansion strategy
Learn about integration options for your website
Set up escalation workflows with the real expert
Train your team on how to interact with the MyPersona

Ready to add knowledge to your MyPersona? Let's explore how to effectively manage and update your MyPersona's knowledge base in the next section.

Remember: The 5-minute setup gets your MyPersona created and processing. The real magic happens when the AI completes its work and your digital clone comes to life!

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