Getting started
Quick start guide
Set up your Daybreak account, install the Focus extension, and run your first check-in. Five minutes.
Quick answer
You don't need to read every guide before you start. Five minutes of setup is enough to get a working baseline — you can fine-tune later.
Before you start
- An email address you can check now (you'll need to confirm a verification code).
- A laptop or desktop with Chrome, Edge, or Safari.
Step-by-step
Create your account
Go to app.daybreakpath.com and click Get started. Enter your email, set a password, and confirm the verification code we send you.
Complete onboarding (2 minutes)
Pick the habit you're working on, set a recovery start date, and write a one-sentence goal. Your answers calibrate Dawn's responses and the progress charts.
The full breakdown lives in Completing onboarding — but you can skim through it on your first pass; nothing is locked in.
Install the Focus browser extension
From the dashboard, click Get the extension or visit the Chrome Web Store and search "Daybreak Focus". Pin it to your toolbar so you can see the active focus mode at a glance.
Detailed instructions for each browser are in Browser extension setup.
Try Dawn
Open Dawn from the dashboard and say something real — "I'm new here, where do I start?" or "I had a tough morning". Dawn uses motivational interviewing techniques and remembers context across conversations.
Run your first check-in
Click Check in on the dashboard. Rate your mood and craving level, pick any triggers you noticed, and add a one-line note. Takes 30 seconds. This is the data Dawn learns from.
Common pitfalls
The verification email didn't arrive
Check spam, then add [email protected] to your contacts. Most
delays are 1–2 minutes; if it's been more than 5, request a new code from
the login page.
The extension installs but doesn't appear
Click the puzzle-piece icon in your browser toolbar and pin Daybreak Focus. Chrome hides new extensions by default.
Next steps
- Read Platform overview to see what else is available.
- Set up notification preferences so check-in reminders fit your day.
- Browse the FAQ if you're unsure about pricing, privacy, or account management.
Still need help?
Pick whichever way of getting help works best for you.
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