Download and run the installer for Windows or macOS.
This installs the full version of The PlanMinder and a demo version with example projects, where you can test and experiment with The PlanMinder.
The demo also has a tutorial mode that can show you some of the more important aspects of The PlanMinder.
When The PlanMinder starts (after installing), a login dialog is displayed. At the bottom of the dialog there is a Start Demo button.
It will log you in as 'Demo User' on a local database with some example projects, designed to illustrate different aspects of The PlanMinder. You can create new projects, play around with the existing ones, look at project reports and history, report work, change priorities and estimations, and test most aspects of The PlanMinder. By necessity there are a few things you will not be able to do in the demo version, like change advanced settings and create new users.
The next time you launch the demo you can continue from where you left off, or reset the database to its pristine state.
On our resources page you will find more videos, guides, articles and help pages. Clicking on the (?) icon in The PlanMinder will open the help pages on the relevant chapter in a web browser.
A nice way to learn about The PlanMinder is the introduction video series.
To use The PlanMinder with your team you need to set up a database to store your project information. The PlanMinder is a self-hosted service, so that you can be sure your business secrets are safe.
The simplest option may be to use a DigitalOcean 1-Click virtual server. You can find a guide on how to set that up here. Use our referral link to get 60 days free, and you will be up and running in a few minutes.
You can use this guide to set up a managed database on AWS. The AWS free tier lasts for 12 months.
Or you can use a PostgreSQL database on a local server. Here is a more general guide on how to prepare a PostgreSQL database for The PlanMinder.
To start your 60-day free trial, open the Settings / Registration tab to register. When registering you will be asked to enter a password. You will need this password to later change registration information, so select a strong password and make sure you remember it. You will receive an email with a link to complete the registration.
When your registration is complete, switch to the Settings / License Keys tab, and click the Download Keys button. Your licenses will be installed, and you'll ready to go.
For the next step you may want to read this guide on how to set up The PlanMinder for your organization.
It is convenient to access information in The PlanMinder, report work and make updates while on the move. The PlanMinder Online gateway service offers a touch-friendly user interface on any device with a web browser.
This service is free for all licensed users (including trial licenses). Read more about The PlanMinder Online here.
Changing processes and adopting a new tool can feel daunting. The PlanMinder is designed to make this easy. It is a project planning tool. It will not try or require you to replace all your other tools and processes. It handles project plans and schedules, and it requires team members to report what they have done every day. Everything else is optional.
Some useful links:
Manual: The help pages guide you through all the details about The PlanMinder. The question mark button in the app takes you directly to the relevant chapter.
Server: To set up a server for your team, start by reading "The PlanMinder is a self-hosted service", with links to more detailed guides.
Setup: The guide "Setting up The PlanMinder for Your Organization" goes through a few things your team needs to consider when starting to use The PlanMinder.
Other valuable guides and articles are available on the Resources Page, for example:
Questions?
For any questions you are welcome to contact us by e-mail at theplanminder@auspicia.se 
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