Getting Started

Creating an Account

To start using Helm, you'll need to create an account. Here's how:

1. Visit the Registration Page
   Go to helmapp.co/register in your web browser.
2. Enter Your Information
   Provide your email address, create a username (5-50 characters), and choose a secure password (at least 8 characters).
3. Choose Your Identity
   Select the identity that best describes your role in the dynamic (e.g., dominant, submissive, switch, exploring). This personalizes your experience from day one and can be changed later in Account Settings.
4. Complete Registration
   Click "Register" to create your account. You'll be automatically logged in.

Age Verification

Helm requires biometric age verification for all users. This helps us maintain a safe, verified community and comply with legal requirements. Every person you match with or message has been confirmed as a real person, 18+.

1. Start Verification
   After registration, you'll be prompted to verify your age. Click "Start Verification" to begin.
2. Choose Verification Method
   Select from available options: ID verification, age estimation, or other approved methods via our partner Didit.
3. Complete Verification
   Follow the prompts to complete verification. This typically takes 1-2 minutes.
4. Confirmation
   Once verified, you'll have full access to Helm features including Discovery matching, communities, and dynamic management. Your verification badge is visible on your profiles.

Joining an Organization

After creating your account, you'll need to either create a new organization or join an existing one.

Creating a New Organization

1. Navigate to Create Organization
   After logging in, click on "Create Organization" from your dashboard or navigation menu.
2. Enter Organization Details
   Provide a name for your organization and optionally add a description.
3. Configure Initial Settings
   Set up your organization's initial settings, including visibility and member permissions.
4. Invite Members
   Share your organization's join code with team members or send email invitations.

Joining an Existing Organization

1. Get the Join Code or Link
   Ask your organization administrator for the join code or invitation link.
2. Navigate to Join Page
   Go to "Join Organization" from your dashboard or use the provided invitation link.
3. Enter Join Code
   Enter the organization's join code in the provided field.
4. Choose Display Name
   Select how you want to appear in this organization (your username or a custom display name).

Navigating the Interface

Helm's interface is organized around four pillars that cover the full lifecycle of a D/s relationship — from finding a partner to growing together. Here are the main areas:

The Four Pillars

Helm is organized into four pillars, each representing a core part of the experience:

• Cultivate: Discovery and matching — browse verified profiles, match with compatible partners, and message in real time
• Connect: Communities and social — join communities with channels, direct message members, find mentors, and share content across pillars
• Command: Dynamic management — tasks, training programs, protocols, chastity management, rewards, and consequences
• Chronicle: Personal space — journals, mood check-ins, scene logs, media library, and boundary tracking

The Helm dashboard serves as your home base, showing summaries from each pillar with quick links to dive deeper.

User Menu

Click on your profile picture or username in the top-right corner to access:

• Account settings
• Organization settings (if you're an admin)
• Switch between organizations
• Notification preferences
• Log out

Creating Your First Task

Ready to create your first task? Here's a quick walkthrough:

1. Navigate to Tasks
   Click "Tasks" in the main navigation menu.
2. Click Create Task
   Click the "Create Task" button to open the task creation form.
3. Fill in Task Details
   Enter a title, description, due date, and assign the task to a member (or leave unassigned).
4. Set Optional Settings
   Optionally add reward points, consequences, and set the task priority.
5. Create Task
   Click "Create Task" to add it to your organization.

Using the Mobile App

Helm works great on mobile devices through your web browser. For the best experience:

• Use the latest version of Chrome, Safari, or Firefox on your mobile device
• Add Helm to your home screen for quick access (works like a native app)
• Enable push notifications to receive task updates on your phone
• All features are available on mobile, optimized for touch interaction

Adding to Home Screen

On iOS (Safari):

1. Visit helmapp.co in Safari
2. Tap the Share button (square with arrow pointing up)
3. Scroll down and tap "Add to Home Screen"
4. Tap "Add" to confirm

On Android (Chrome):

1. Visit helmapp.co in Chrome
2. Tap the three-dot menu in the top-right
3. Tap "Add to Home screen"
4. Tap "Add" to confirm

Next Steps

Now that you're set up, here's what to explore next: