> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.jobhive.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Quick Start Guide

> Get started with JobHive's AI-powered interview platform in minutes

## Get started with JobHive

Whether you're an employer looking to streamline your hiring process or a candidate preparing for interviews, JobHive provides powerful AI-driven tools to enhance your experience.

<img src="https://mintlify.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/jobhive/images/onboarding/quickstart-overview.png" alt="JobHive Quick Start Overview - Visual guide showing employer and candidate onboarding paths with key milestones" className="rounded-lg border shadow-lg mb-6" />

### Step 1: Choose Your Path

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  <Accordion icon="building" title="For Employers">
    JobHive helps you conduct more effective interviews with real-time AI insights, candidate analysis, and comprehensive reporting.

    **What you get:**

    * Real-time sentiment analysis during interviews
    * AI-powered candidate ranking and scoring
    * Comprehensive interview analytics and reports
    * Team collaboration tools for hiring decisions

    <Card title="Start Free Trial" icon="rocket" href="https://app.jobhive.ai/employer/register">
      Get started with our free employer plan
    </Card>
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="user" title="For Candidates">
    Practice your interview skills with AI-powered feedback, personalized learning paths, and performance tracking.

    **What you get:**

    * AI-powered mock interviews with real-time feedback
    * Personalized skill gap analysis and improvement recommendations
    * Performance benchmarking against industry standards
    * Access to learning resources and career development tools

    <Card title="Practice Now" icon="graduation-cap" href="https://app.jobhive.ai/candidate/register">
      Start practicing with our free candidate plan
    </Card>
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

### Step 2: Platform Setup

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  <Accordion icon="user-plus" title="Create Your Account">
    1. Visit [JobHive Platform](https://app.jobhive.ai)
    2. Choose your role (Employer or Candidate)
    3. Complete the registration process
    4. Verify your email address

    <Tip>Both employer and candidate accounts start with free tiers to explore the platform.</Tip>
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="settings" title="Configure Your Profile">
    **For Employers:**

    * Set up your company profile and branding
    * Add team members and assign roles
    * Configure interview settings and criteria
    * 📋 **Planned**: Connect your existing ATS (native integrations planned for future development)

    **For Candidates:**

    * Complete your professional profile
    * Upload your resume for AI analysis
    * Set your career goals and preferences
    * Take initial skill assessments
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

### Step 3: Start Interviewing

<Accordion icon="video" title="Conduct Your First Interview">
  **Employers:**

  1. Create a job posting or select existing criteria
  2. Schedule interviews with candidates
  3. Use our real-time AI insights during interviews
  4. Review comprehensive candidate analysis and recommendations

  **Candidates:**

  1. Start with practice interviews to get familiar with the platform
  2. Receive AI-powered feedback on your performance
  3. Work on recommended improvement areas
  4. Track your progress over time
</Accordion>

## Key Features to Explore

Now that you're set up, explore these powerful JobHive capabilities:

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  <Card title="Real-time AI Analysis" icon="brain" href="/wiki/07-ai-ml-components">
    Understand how our AI provides live insights during interviews
  </Card>

  <Card title="Business Features" icon="briefcase" href="/wiki/03-business-features">
    Explore all platform features and their business benefits
  </Card>

  <Card title="API Integration" icon="code" href="/api-reference/introduction">
    Integrate JobHive with your existing systems
  </Card>

  <Card title="Analytics Dashboard" icon="chart-line" href="/wiki/11-analytics-metrics">
    Learn about our comprehensive analytics and reporting
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Subscription Plans

<Note>
  **Start Free:** Both employer and candidate accounts begin with free tiers. Upgrade anytime to unlock advanced features and higher usage limits.
</Note>

### For Employers

* **Free**: 1 job posting, 5 interviews/month, basic analytics
* **Starter (\$99/month)**: 5 job postings, 25 interviews/month, team collaboration
* **Business (\$249/month)**: 20 job postings, 100 interviews/month, advanced analytics
* **Enterprise**: Custom pricing with unlimited usage and 📋 **Planned**: white-label options (planned for future development)

### For Candidates

* **Free**: 2 practice interviews/month, basic feedback
* **Professional (\$29.99/month)**: Unlimited practice, advanced AI feedback
* **Premium (\$49.99/month)**: All features plus priority support and 📋 **Planned**: career coaching (planned for future development)

## Next Steps

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  <Card title="Development Setup" icon="code" href="/wiki/08-development-setup">
    Set up local development environment if you're integrating JobHive
  </Card>

  <Card title="API Documentation" icon="terminal" href="/wiki/05-api-documentation">
    Complete API reference for custom integrations
  </Card>

  <Card title="Security & Compliance" icon="shield" href="/wiki/14-security-compliance">
    Learn about our enterprise-grade security measures
  </Card>

  <Card title="Support" icon="life-ring" href="mailto:support@jobhive.com">
    Get help from our support team
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

<Warning>
  **Questions?** Contact our support team at [exec@jobhive.ai](mailto:exec@jobhive.ai) or check our [troubleshooting guide](/wiki/16-troubleshooting).
</Warning>