Quick Start
Get Marin up and running in just a few minutes. This guide will walk you through the essential setup steps so you can start automating tasks right away.
Before You Begin
You'll need:
- A Google account (for Gmail and Calendar)
- Access to your Marin dashboard
Don't have a Marin account yet? Sign up here to get started.
Step-by-Step Setup
Sign in to your dashboard
Go to your Marin Dashboard and sign in with your account. This is your central hub for managing Marin.
Connect your Gmail
From the dashboard, go to Connections and click Connect Gmail. Follow the prompts to authorize Marin to access your email. This allows Marin to read incoming requests and send responses on your behalf.
Connect your Calendar
Still in Connections, click Connect Google Calendar. This lets Marin create meetings, check your availability, and manage your schedule.
Send your first request
Open your email and send a message to Marin. Try something simple like:
"What's on my calendar today?"or
"Create a meeting called 'Team Sync' tomorrow at 10am"
Check your response
Marin will process your request and reply via email. For calendar requests, you'll also see the event appear in your Google Calendar.
Your First Tasks to Try
Here are some simple requests to help you get familiar with Marin:
Check Your Calendar
"Show me my meetings for this week"
Create a Meeting
"Schedule a call with John Smith for Friday at 3pm"
Set a Reminder
"Remind me to follow up with the client next Monday"
Draft an Email
"Draft a reply thanking them for the meeting and suggesting next steps"
Search Your Emails
"Find emails from Sarah about the proposal"
Pro Tip
Marin understands natural language, so you don't need to use specific commands. Just write like you're emailing a real assistant!
Configure Your Preferences
Make Marin work the way you want:
Permissions
Visit the Permissions page to control which tools Marin can use. You can:
- Enable or disable specific features
- Require approval for certain actions
- Set up automatic actions for routine tasks
Memories
Help Marin understand you better by visiting the Memories page. You can:
- Add information about your business
- Set preferred meeting times
- Define how you like emails to be written
What's Next?
Now that you're set up, explore what else Marin can do:
Connect More Accounts
Add Google Drive, Notion, social media, and Zoom.
Explore Use Cases
See real examples of how businesses use Marin.
You're all set!
You've completed the quick start guide. Start sending requests to Marin and discover how much time you can save!