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Learn how to use Apology Owed AI to create meaningful, personalized apologies with complete privacy protection.

Quick Start Guide

1

Sign Up

Create your account with secure authentication through Clerk. No personal information is stored beyond what's necessary.

2

Buy Credits

Purchase credits to generate apologies. Different formats require different credit amounts. No subscriptions required.

3

Create Apology

Share your story, choose format and tone, then receive your personalized apology via email instantly.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Account Setup

  • Click "Get Started" or "Sign Up" on the homepage
  • Choose to sign up with email or social authentication
  • Verify your email address if required
  • Complete your profile (optional but recommended)

2. Purchase Credits

  • Navigate to "Buy Credits" from the dashboard or header
  • Choose a credit package that suits your needs
  • Complete secure payment through Stripe
  • Credits are immediately added to your account

Credit Costs: Text apologies (1 credit), PDF letters (2 credits), Voice recordings (3 credits)

3. Create Your Apology

  • Click "Create Apology" from the dashboard
  • Share your story in the text area (processed ephemerally)
  • Choose your preferred format: Text, PDF, or Voice
  • Select the tone: Formal, Casual, or Heartfelt
  • Enter the recipient's email address
  • Review and submit your request

4. Receive Your Apology

  • AI processes your story and generates a personalized apology
  • The apology is automatically emailed to the recipient
  • You receive a confirmation email
  • All content is immediately deleted from our servers

Apology Formats

Text Apology

Simple, direct text apology delivered via email.

  • • 1 credit
  • • Plain text format
  • • Quick delivery
  • • Perfect for casual situations

PDF Letter

Professionally formatted letter as a PDF attachment.

  • • 2 credits
  • • Professional formatting
  • • Printable document
  • • Ideal for formal apologies

Voice Recording

AI-generated voice recording with natural, human-like speech.

  • • 1 credit
  • • 5 premium HD voices
  • • Natural, expressive intonation
  • • Most personal format

Privacy & Security

Ephemeral Processing

  • Your personal stories are processed in-memory only
  • Generated apologies are automatically deleted after email delivery
  • No sensitive content is stored on our servers
  • Full compliance with GDPR and PIPEDA regulations
  • We use TLS 1.3 for data in transit. Email attachments are delivered over TLS; they are not end-to-end encrypted after delivery.

Tips for Better Apologies

Be Specific

Provide specific details about what happened and how it affected the other person. The more context you provide, the more personalized your apology will be.

Choose the Right Tone

Formal for professional situations, Casual for friends and family, Heartfelt for serious personal matters.

Review Before Sending

Always review the generated apology and make any necessary adjustments before sending it to the recipient.

Need Help?

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