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FAQ
Fast answers to the questions new users ask before or right after they install Coppermind.
faqonboardinglocal-first
Do I need an account?
No. Not for the default local-first path.
You only need an account and API key when you choose cloud features such as hosted sync, dashboard controls, or advanced cloud-connected integrations.
Is Coppermind local by default?
Yes.
The default story is:
- install
coppermind - run
coppermind setup - run
coppermind daemon start - connect your client
Which clients work?
Start with:
What is optional vs paid?
Free local-first usage covers the normal local runtime path.
Paid features are the cloud layer:
- hosted sync
- dashboard controls
- BYODB attach
See Billing and Plans.
How do I update?
Run:
coppermind update
If Coppermind cannot safely update itself in place, it prints the exact manual fallback command.
How do I uninstall?
Run:
coppermind uninstall
If you want to reinstall cleanly, uninstall first, then go back to Quick Start.
What happens if setup breaks?
Start here:
coppermind doctor
coppermind doctor --check
coppermind daemon health
coppermind doctor is the main repair surface.
If that does not solve it, continue with Troubleshooting and Support.