For Private Investigators Only

• Upon opening the app for the first time, you will be prompted to select your user type: Private Investigator, Auxiliary Service Provider, or Potential Client.
• If you are a new user, you will be guided through the account creation process after selecting your user type.
• Existing users can simply choose the “Login” option at the bottom of the screen.

Creating Your Account:

1. Choose a Username: Pick a unique username that will identify you within the app.
2. Enter Your Email Address: This email will be used for important app notifications and account recovery if needed.
3. Create a Strong Password: Your password must be at least 8 characters long and contain a mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.
4. Claim a Pre-Built Company (Optional): If you have a claim code, enter it here to unlock a pre-created company profile within the app’s directory.
5. Review and Agree to Terms of Service: Carefully read and understand the app’s terms of service before proceeding. By creating an account, you agree to these terms.

Completing Your Private Investigator Profile

Here’s how to create a compelling profile:

1. Access the Options Menu: Navigate to the app’s “Options” menu and select “Profile.”
2. Complete Your Profile Information: Fill in the following details:
   • Business Name: This is the name displayed in the directory.
   • Website (Optional): Include your website address if you have one.
   • Email: Enter your professional email address for client inquiries.
   • Phone Number: Provide your business phone number for easy contact.
   • Location: Indicate your service area to attract local clients.
     • You can enter anything in the location field, but the most important thing is to click the GPS button and select your location on the map. GPS coordinates are used in searches to help clients find companies close to locations.
   • Specialties: Highlight your areas of expertise (e.g., surveillance, background checks, missing persons).
   • Bio: Write a brief but informative biography that showcases your experience and approach to investigations.
3. Remember to click the SAVE button when you’re done

Please note: Your first and last names will be kept confidential and not displayed in the directory.

Finding Clients Through the Job Hub

The Job Hub allows you to:

• Browse open investigations posted by potential clients.
• Search for jobs based on specific criteria:
  • Location (including radius)
  • Job Title (e.g., Background Check, Missing Person)
  • Requested Services (e.g., Surveillance, Infidelity Case)
• Apply filters to narrow down your search results and find the most relevant jobs.
• Clear filters to start a new, broader search.
• View detailed descriptions of each job posting.
• Contact potential clients directly if you’re interested in applying for their case.

Here’s how to find your next case:

1. Navigate to the Job Hub: Locate the “Job Hub” section within the app.
2. Search for Jobs: Utilize the search bar and filters to find jobs that match your expertise and location preferences.
   • Use the “Apply Filters” button to refine your search.
   • Click “Clear Filters” to remove any applied filters and broaden your search.
3. Review Job Details: Click on an interesting job title to view the full description.
4. Contact Potential Clients: If you’re a good fit for the case, use the provided contact information to reach out to the client and express your interest.

Managing Your Workload with My Jobs

After successfully connecting with a client:

1. Adding Jobs to My Jobs: To keep track of your cases, navigate to the specific job listing and click the heart icon. This will turn it red and add the job to your “My Jobs” section on the app’s home screen.
2. Completing a Job: Upon finishing a case, deselect the red heart icon to remove it from your “My Jobs” list.
3. Client Reviews (Optional): Clients may leave you a rating and review after the job is complete. These are not mandatory.

Staying Connected Through Messages

Look out for new messages:

• The app will display an exclamation mark “!” next to the “Messages” tab if you have unread messages.
• Regularly checking your messages ensures you don’t miss any potential client inquiries.

Using the Messages section:

• This section allows you to read and respond to direct messages from potential clients who may be contacting you about a job opportunity outside of the Job Hub postings.

Managing your message list:

• To hide a message from your view without deleting it, simply swipe the message from right to left.