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1 # **Getting Started with Nextcloud**
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3 ### **Server Overview & Data Independence**
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5 Our Nextcloud platform is hosted on a **self-managed, private server**, ensuring complete control over data and operations. All files are stored using **WebDAV internal storage**, eliminating the need for third-party services and keeping your data **secure, private, and independent** from external influences.
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7 ### **Open Registration & Community Growth**
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9 We’ve enabled **open registration**, allowing anyone to join and contribute to **The White Archive**, **Weissism**, or **General Collaboration** groups. This fosters an environment of **community-driven growth**, where users can choose their level of involvement and new groups can be added seamlessly.
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11 ### **Accessing the Platform**
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13 To start using Nextcloud:
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15 1. Open your browser and navigate to:   <a href="http://www.thewhitearchive.org/nextcloud">Nextcloud </a>
16 1. **Register or log in** using your credentials.
17 1. Once inside, you’ll land on the **Dashboard**, your central hub for quick access to files, group chats, tasks, and more.
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19 [https://imgur.com/d4wTUsL](https://imgur.com/d4wTUsL)![https://imgur.com/d4wTUsL](https://imgur.com/d4wTUsL)
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21 ### **Basic Navigation**
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23 * **Top Navigation Bar:**
24 Access **Talk**, **Deck**, and your **Files** from the icons at the top-left.
25 * **Sidebar (Left Panel):**
26 Displays apps like **Files**, **Deck**, and **Contacts**. Select the app icon to switch between features.
27 * **User Settings:**
28 Click your profile picture (top-right corner) to adjust personal settings, manage devices, or log out.
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30 ### **Matterbridge Integration: Bridging Conversations Across Platforms**
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32 Our Matterbridge setup allows seamless communication between **Nextcloud Talk**, **Telegram**, and **Discord**. This means you can stay connected no matter which platform you prefer.
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34 * **Telegram & Discord Connection:**
35 Conversations in **Nextcloud Talk** are mirrored to corresponding **Telegram** and **Discord** channels. To join, simply access your preferred platform and participate.
36 * **Managing Bridged Chats:**
37 Conversations stay synced in real-time, but moderation is handled within Nextcloud Talk. For consistent communication, follow your group’s guidelines across all platforms.
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41 If you've read this far, welcome to <a href="http://www.thewhitearchive.org/nextcloud">Nextcloud </a>