> ## Knowledge Base Index
> Fetch the complete knowledge base index at: https://help.heartsome.co/sitemap.xml
> Use this file to discover available pages before exploring further.
> Pure-Markdown content can be obtained by appending a '.md' suffix to the content URLs listed in the sitemap (without the trailing slash).

# Getting started as an employee

New to Heartsome? Here are your first steps to get up and running.

**Step 1 — Log in**
You'll receive an invitation email from Heartsome. Click the link in the email to activate your account and set a password. After that you can log in via app.heartsome.co.

**Step 2 — Complete your profile**
After your first login you'll see a reminder on your Pulse to complete your profile. Add your birthday, profile photo and contact details via **You → Profile → Edit**. The more complete your profile, the better Heartsome works for you and your colleagues.

**Step 3 — Check your time off balance**
Go to **You → Time off** to see how many days off you have and which time off has already been planned or approved.

**Step 4 — Request time off**
Click **Request time off** in the top right of your Pulse to submit a time off request. Your request will then be reviewed by your Manager or HR admin.

**Step 5 — Discover your colleagues**
Via **People** in the left menu you can see who works at your company. Via **Who's away** you can see at a glance who is absent today.