Setup & Preferences
Offline Mode
Understanding how ellume works without internet
Offline Mode & Data Sync
Does ellume work without internet?
Yes! ellume is built to work offline for core features:
- Most functionality works without internet connection
 - Data stored locally on your device
 - Seamless experience for client management, calendar, and transactions
 - Automatic sync when internet becomes available
 
What can I do offline?
Functions Available Offline:
- Create and manage client profiles
 - Schedule and edit calendar appointments
 - Record financial transactions
 - Access dashboard and all widgets
 - Adjust settings and preferences
 
Data Available Offline:
- All client information and cached photos (temporary)
 - Complete calendar and appointment history
 - Financial transaction records
 - Previous AI chat conversations
 - All your preferences and settings
 
How does data sync work?
Automatic Synchronization:
- Real-time sync when internet is available and app is open
 - Real-time updates across all your devices
 - No manual sync required
 - Conflict resolution for simultaneous edits
 
Multi-Device Support:
- Sync between phone, tablet, and other devices
 - Consistent experience on all platforms
 - Unified data across all devices
 - Real-time updates when devices are online
 
Where is my data stored?
Local Storage:
- Complete data stored on your device
 - Fast access to all information
 - No internet dependency for data access
 - Reliable offline availability
 
Cloud Sync:
- Secure cloud synchronization when online
 - Automatic data backup and recovery
 - Cross-device data sharing
 - Data loss prevention
 
Do AI features work offline?
Offline AI Features:
- Access to chat history and previous conversations
 - Previously generated content remains available
 - Stored AI conversations and responses
 - Note: Images are cached temporarily (45 minutes)
 
Internet-Only AI Features:
- New AI chat requests
 - Image generation and analysis
 - Voice processing and recognition
 - Real-time AI assistance