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Getting Started

Download, install, and set up Nareli on your Mac - from system requirements to your first time entry.

System Requirements

Nareli runs natively on macOS with a lightweight footprint. AI features require Ollama running locally.

Nareli is macOS-only. All data is stored locally on your machine.

Download the latest build from app.nare.li. Nareli requires Apple Silicon (M1 or later).

Download the .dmg file from app.nare.li

Open the .dmg and drag Nareli into Applications

Launch Nareli - if macOS blocks it, go to System Settings → Privacy & Security → Open Anyway

On first launch, Nareli creates its data directory and walks you through initial configuration.

Local data directory created to store all your data on your machine

Set your timezone (auto-detected from system settings)

Grant accessibility permissions for the floating timer and activity monitoring

Accessibility permissions are optional - core time tracking works without them.

Your Nareli account is your license. Sign in to activate your plan - no license keys needed.

Open Nareli and click Sign In

Enter your app.nare.li account credentials

Your license activates automatically based on your subscription

The interface is organized around a sidebar with two main sections.

The fastest way to start is with the floating timer bar.

Click the play button on the floating bar

Work on your task - the timer stays visible above all windows

Click stop when you're done

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