Getting Started Checklist

New to ALIVE? Follow this checklist to go from download to your first event. Each step links to a detailed guide — work through them in order and you'll be up and running in no time.

Before Your First Event

• [ ] Download ALIVE from the App Store and create your account — Downloading and Installing ALIVE
• [ ] Check system requirements — Make sure your device is compatible — System Requirements
• [ ] Grant permissions — Camera, microphone, photo library, and local network — System Requirements
• [ ] Choose your plan — Basic or Pro, monthly or yearly — Understanding Basic vs Pro Plans
• [ ] Learn the app layout — Get familiar with the main tabs and navigation — Navigating the App

Set Up Your First Event

• [ ] Create an event — Give it a title, subtitle, and cover image — Creating a New Event
• [ ] Pick a template — Choose or customize the photo layout — Understanding Templates and Layouts
• [ ] Configure capture settings — Photo count, countdown timer, flash — How Photo Capture Works
• [ ] Set up sharing — Enable QR, SMS, email, and/or print — Enabling and Disabling Share Options
• [ ] Choose AI effects (Pro) — Select which effects guests can use — Selecting and Managing Active Effects

Hardware Setup

• [ ] Set up your printer (if printing) — Connect and test — Setting Up a Printer
• [ ] Check your internet connection — Wi-Fi or mobile hotspot — Wi-Fi and Networking Tips
• [ ] Enable Guided Access (for unattended booths) — Lock the iPad to ALIVE — Guided Access (Kiosk Mode)

Go Live!

• [ ] Run a test session — Take a few test photos, try sharing and printing
• [ ] Go live — Hit that Go Live button and let the magic happen — Going Live — Starting and Pausing an Event
• [ ] Monitor your event — Check stats and gallery as the event runs

After the Event

• [ ] Review the gallery — Check captured photos — Gallery Overview
• [ ] Share the gallery link with your client
• [ ] Download your best photos for your portfolio

Updated on: 22/03/2026