Onboarding
xtra audio guides new users through a structured setup process. The onboarding consists of two phases: account setup and a step-by-step getting started guide.
Account Setup
New projects start with a three-step wizard.
1. Create Project
Enter a project name and optionally upload an avatar. The project serves as the top-level container for stations, media, and team members.
2. Billing Address
Provide a billing address. Business customers can enter a VAT ID for tax-exempt billing within the EU.
3. Payment Method
Add a payment method. Supported options:
- Credit or debit card
- PayPal
No charges are made during this step. Billing starts when the first station is activated.
Getting Started Guide
After account setup, a floating progress card appears in the bottom-left corner. It tracks eight steps that cover the core workflow from station creation to live broadcasting.
Steps
| Step | Action | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Create a station | Set up the first station with name and plan selection |
| 2 | Upload media | Add at least 10 audio files to the media library |
| 3 | Create a playlist | Organize uploaded media into a playlist |
| 4 | Create a sequence | Build a planner sequence that references the playlist |
| 5 | Schedule the sequence | Assign the sequence to time slots in the week planner |
| 6 | Generate a rotation | Generate the rotation playlist from the scheduled sequence |
| 7 | Start the station | Power on the station to begin automated playback |
| 8 | Explore the studio | Open the live studio to see real-time playback |
Steps complete automatically as each action is performed. The progress bar updates in real-time.
Step Dependencies
Some steps require previous steps to be completed first. The station cannot be created until billing setup is finished. Each subsequent step builds on the previous one in the recommended workflow order.
Dismissing the Guide
The onboarding card can be dismissed at any time by clicking the skip button. Once dismissed, the guide does not reappear. All platform features remain fully accessible regardless of onboarding completion.
After Onboarding
With all eight steps completed, the core workflow is in place:
- Media is uploaded and organized in playlists
- A sequence defines the playback rules
- The week planner schedules when each sequence runs
- Rotations are generated and the station plays automatically
- The studio provides real-time control over playback
Each of these components can be refined independently. See the respective sections in the user guide for detailed documentation.
For questions during setup, use the live chat in the bottom-right corner of the application.