Settings & Preferences

Customize your Veila experience with personal preferences, model settings, account management, and privacy controls. Learn how to configure the platform to work best for your needs.

Accessing Settings

Navigation to Settings

Click the gear icon (⚙️) in the top-right header
Or use the "Settings" button in user menu dropdown
Settings open in the main area with navigation tabs on the left

Settings Categories

General: Account information and basic preferences
Models: AI model selection and defaults
Credits: Billing and usage management
Password: Security and authentication

General Settings

Account Information

Profile Details

Username: Display name shown in the interface
Account status: Current subscription or usage tier
Member since: When you joined Veila
Privacy status: Confirmation of anonymous usage

Account Management

View account details without exposing personal information
Anonymous by design - minimal data collection
Privacy-first approach - only essential information stored

Interface Preferences

Theme and Display

Currently using system defaults:

Clean, modern interface optimized for readability
Responsive design works on all screen sizes
Focus on content - minimal UI distractions

Future Customization Options

Planned interface preferences include:

Dark/light mode toggle
Font size adjustments
Sidebar layout options
Color scheme preferences

Model Settings

Available Models Configuration

Enabling/Disabling Models

Navigate to Settings > Models
See all available models grouped by provider (OpenAI, Anthropic, etc.)
Check/uncheck models to show or hide them in chat interface
Save settings to apply changes

Model Selection Strategy

Recommended Setup for Most Users:
✅ gpt-4o-mini (versatile, cost-effective)
✅ gpt-3.5-turbo (fast, economical)
✅ claude-3.5-sonnet (excellent reasoning)
✅ claude-3-haiku (quick responses)

Advanced Users Might Add:
✅ gpt-4o (premium capability)
✅ Additional specialized models

Default Model Selection

Setting Your Default

Choose from enabled models only - must be checked above
Select your go-to model for new conversations
Override anytime in individual chats
Changes apply immediately to new chats

Default Model Strategy

Start conservative: Choose gpt-4o-mini for balanced cost/capability
Adjust based on usage: Switch to gpt-3.5-turbo if cost is priority
Premium default: Use gpt-4o if quality is more important than cost

Pricing Display Preferences

Intuitive vs. Technical Pricing

Intuitive Pricing (Recommended for most users)

Shows cost per A4 page of text (~500 tokens)
Easier to understand and relate to real-world usage
Example: "0.0025 / A4 page" (quarter-cent per page)
Best for: Non-technical users, content creators, general usage

Technical Pricing (For power users)

Shows cost per 1 million tokens (industry standard)
Includes cached input pricing for advanced optimization
Example: "2.50 / 1M tokens" with separate cached rates
Best for: Developers, AI researchers, technical users

Toggle Between Views

Real-time switching - change anytime in settings
Affects all pricing displays throughout the interface
Preference remembered across sessions

Credit Settings

Credit Management Preferences

Balance Display Options

Full precision: Show all 6 decimal places
Rounded display: Show simplified credit amounts
Warning thresholds: Set alerts for low balance

Purchase Preferences

Default package selection for quick top-ups
Auto-purchase reminders when credits run low
Usage tracking preferences

Usage Monitoring

Transaction History Views

Detailed view: Every individual AI conversation cost
Summary view: Daily/weekly totals only
Export options: Download usage data for analysis

Cost Analysis

Model usage breakdown: See which AIs you use most
Time-based analysis: Understand usage patterns
Cost projection: Estimate future credit needs

Password & Security Settings

Password Management

Changing Your Password

Navigate to Settings > Password
Enter current password for verification
Create new password with strength requirements
Confirm new password to prevent typos
Save changes - immediate effect

Password Requirements

Minimum length: 8 characters recommended
Complexity: Mix of letters, numbers, and symbols
Uniqueness: Don't reuse passwords from other services
Regular updates: Change periodically for security

Password Change Process

⚠️ Important: Changing your password triggers re-encryption of all your data:

All chats and folders are re-encrypted with your new password
Process runs automatically in the background
Progress indicator shows re-encryption status
Uninterrupted usage - you can continue chatting during the process

Security Features

End-to-End Encryption

Your password is the key to decrypt your data
Veila cannot access your conversations even if we wanted to
Local encryption happens in your browser before transmission
Zero-knowledge architecture - your data is always private

Session Management

Automatic logout after period of inactivity
Secure session tokens with limited lifetime
Cross-device sync while maintaining security
Revoke sessions if you suspect unauthorized access

Advanced Preferences

Conversation Settings

Message Handling

Auto-scroll behavior: Keep newest messages in view
Message timestamps: Show/hide detailed timing
Copy behavior: Format preferences for copied text

Chat Interface

Sidebar width: Adjust for your screen size
Message density: Comfortable spacing preferences
Keyboard shortcuts: Enable/disable quick actions

Privacy Controls

Data Handling Preferences

Analytics opt-out: Disable anonymous usage analytics
Feature analytics: Control new feature usage tracking
Error reporting: Choose what diagnostic data to share

Anonymous Usage

IP masking: Confirm anonymous routing is active
Session isolation: Ensure conversations aren't linked
Provider anonymity: Verify AI companies can't identify you

Import/Export Settings

Settings Backup

Currently manual process:

Note your model preferences for easy restoration
Save custom folder organization by recreating structure
Document pricing preferences for consistency across devices

Future Features

Planned settings synchronization:

Cloud settings sync across devices
Settings export/import for backup and restoration
Preference templates for quick setup

Troubleshooting Settings

Common Issues

Settings Not Saving

Check internet connection - changes require server communication
Try refreshing the page and making changes again
Clear browser cache if persistent issues
Contact support for ongoing problems

Model Selection Problems

Ensure models are enabled in Models settings
Check credit balance - some models require sufficient credits
Verify account status - some features may be limited

Password Change Issues

Verify current password is entered correctly
Check new password requirements meet complexity standards
Wait for re-encryption to complete before using other features
Contact support if re-encryption fails or stalls

Settings Reset

Restoring Defaults

Individual settings: Reset specific preferences to defaults
Model selection: Return to recommended model set
Interface preferences: Restore original layout and options

When to Reset

Interface problems: If settings cause usability issues
Performance issues: Default settings often perform better
Starting fresh: After major changes to your workflow

Privacy and Data

What Settings Are Stored

On Veila Servers (Encrypted)

Model preferences: Your enabled models and default selection
Interface settings: Sidebar width, pricing display preferences
Account settings: Username, encrypted password hash

In Your Browser (Local)

Session tokens: For staying logged in
Interface state: Temporary UI preferences
Cache data: For faster loading

Never Stored Anywhere

Your actual password: Only you know it
Unencrypted chat content: Always encrypted before storage
Personal identification: No real names, emails, or personal data

Settings Privacy

Encrypted storage: All preferences encrypted like your chats
Anonymous analytics: Usage patterns only, no personal data
No cross-linking: Settings aren't connected to external profiles

Best Practices

Optimal Settings Configuration

For New Users

Recommended Starting Configuration:
✅ Models: gpt-4o-mini, gpt-3.5-turbo, claude-3-haiku
✅ Default: gpt-4o-mini
✅ Pricing: Intuitive (per A4 page)
✅ Credits: Enable low-balance warnings

For Power Users

Advanced Configuration:
✅ Models: All available models enabled
✅ Default: Based on primary use case
✅ Pricing: Technical (per 1M tokens)
✅ Credits: Detailed transaction tracking

Security Best Practices

Password Management

Use a unique password not used elsewhere
Change regularly (every 6-12 months)
Use a password manager to generate and store securely
Enable two-factor authentication when available (coming soon)

Account Security

Log out from shared computers
Don't save passwords in public or shared browsers
Monitor account activity through settings and usage history
Report suspicious activity immediately

Getting Help with Settings

Self-Help Resources

Hover tooltips: Most settings have explanatory text
Preview options: Many settings show immediate effects
Default restoration: Reset individual settings if needed

Support Options

In-app feedback: Use the feedback button for settings questions
Settings-specific help: Context-sensitive assistance
Email support: For complex configuration issues

Next Steps

Now that you understand settings and preferences:

Explore feedback and support - Get help and share suggestions
Review credit management - Optimize your usage costs
Learn chat organization - Apply your settings to organize effectively
Understand privacy features - See how settings protect your data

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