> ## Knowledge Base Index
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> Use this file to discover available pages before exploring further.
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# Integrations Overview

ALIVE connects with external tools to help you run your photo booth business more efficiently. Here's a look at what's available.

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## Where to Find Integrations

1. Log in to the **ALIVE web dashboard** at photobooth.alive-pic.com/dashboard
2. Navigate to **Integrations** in the sidebar
3. Browse available integrations organized by category

[screenshot: Integrations page showing available categories and cards]

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## Available Integrations

### Payments

**Stripe Connect** — Accept deposits and payments directly from your proposals. Clients can pay via credit card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay. All money goes straight to your Stripe account.

- **Status:** Available
- **Cost:** Free to connect (Stripe charges standard processing fees)
- **Learn more:** [Stripe Connect & Payment Collection](/11-account-and-billing/11-stripe-connect-and-payments)

### Cloud Storage

**Google Drive** — Automatically back up your event photos and videos to Google Drive. Keep a cloud copy of everything without manual downloads.

- **Status:** Available
- **Cost:** Free to connect (uses your Google Drive storage quota)

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## How Integrations Work

Each integration follows a similar pattern:

1. **Connect** — Click the connect button and follow the setup flow for that service
2. **Configure** — Adjust any settings specific to that integration
3. **Use** — The integration works automatically in the relevant parts of ALIVE (e.g., Stripe appears in proposals)
4. **Manage** — View status, update settings, or disconnect from the Integrations page

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## Integration Status Indicators

On the Integrations page, each card shows its current status:

- **Available** — Ready to connect, not yet set up
- **Connected** — Active and working
- **Pending** — Connected but awaiting verification from the provider

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## Coming Soon

The integrations system is built to grow. Future categories may include:

- **Messaging** — Connect messaging platforms for automated client communication
- **Email** — Integration with email marketing tools
- **Calendar** — Sync events with your calendar

| Keep an eye on the Integrations page for new additions. When a new integration becomes available, it'll show up automatically.

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## Tips

- **Connect Stripe early** — If you send proposals to clients, having Stripe set up means you can accept payments from day one
- **Check status regularly** — Some integrations (like Stripe) may require periodic verification updates
- **Disconnect cleanly** — If you need to switch accounts or providers, disconnect the old integration before connecting a new one

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## What's Next?

- [Stripe Connect & Payment Collection](/11-account-and-billing/11-stripe-connect-and-payments)
- [Web Dashboard Overview](/11-account-and-billing/08-web-dashboard-overview)
- [Managing Your Account Settings](/11-account-and-billing/01-managing-your-account-settings)