Quick Start Guide

Get your first AI-generated post ready in just 30 minutes

⏱️ Estimated time: 30 minutes
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Download & Launch

Get started in just 3 clicks:

Installation Steps:
  • Download PostFlow-AI ZIP file
  • Extract the ZIP to any folder
  • Double-click PostFlow-AI.exe to launch

That's it! Your browser will automatically open the dashboard.

💡 Note
The download is around 40MB. Some antivirus software may show a warning for new applications – this is normal and safe to allow.
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Get Your API Keys

PostFlow-AI uses AI services to generate content. You'll need API keys from:

  • OpenAI API Key – For content generation
    → Search: OpenAI API key how to get or visit platform.openai.com
  • Anthropic API Key – For content refinement
    → Search: Anthropic Claude API key setup or visit console.anthropic.com
💡 Note
API keys are pay-as-you-go. Typical usage costs $5-20/month depending on volume.
📱 Social Media APIs (For Auto-Posting)

You can generate and review posts without SNS credentials. To enable auto-posting, you'll need:

  • Threads API – For auto-posting to Threads
    → Search: Threads API access token how to get
  • X (Twitter) API – For auto-posting to X
    → Search: X Twitter API key developer portal
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Configure Basic Settings

Open the dashboard at http://localhost:5000 and go to the Basic Settings tab.

Required Fields:
  • Brand Name – Your business or personal brand name
  • Persona – Who is writing? (e.g., "Marketing Expert")
  • Target Audience – Who are you writing for?
Basic Settings: Language, Brand Name, Persona, Target Audience
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Basic Settings: Value Proposition, Writing Style, Style Sample
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Basic Settings: Content Length, CTA, Reference URL
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Basic Settings: Target Platforms, Post Mode, Generation Interval
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💡 Tip
Be specific with your persona and audience. Instead of "business owners," try "solo entrepreneurs running online coaching businesses."
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Add Your First Topic

Go to the Topics tab and add a topic for your posts.

Example Topics:
  • "Tips for growing your online business"
  • "Introducing our new product features"
  • "Behind the scenes of our creative process"
Topic Management tab with example topics added
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Click + Add Topic, enter your topic, and click Save Settings.

💡 Note
You can add a URL to include a call-to-action link at the end of each post.
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Enter Your License Key

Go to the API Settings tab and find the License Key section at the top.

Where to find your License Key:

Check the email you received after purchase. Your license key looks like: PF-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX

Enter your license key and click Verify & Register.

🔑 Important
A valid license is required to use the scheduler and generate posts. Make sure you see "License Active" with a green indicator before proceeding.
5

Enter API Keys

Go to the API Settings tab and enter your API keys:

  • OpenAI API Key (starts with sk-)
  • Anthropic API Key (starts with sk-ant-)
API Settings tab showing configured API keys
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Click Save Settings to store your keys securely.

6

Generate Your First Post

Go to the Scheduler tab and click ▶️ Start Scheduler.

The AI will:

  • Generate 3 draft versions
  • Score and select the best one
  • Save it to your queue for review
Scheduler Management tab showing Running status with progress bar
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Once complete, go to the Post Management tab to see your generated post.

💻 Important
Posts are published automatically while your PC is running. For continuous 24/7 posting, keep your computer powered on.
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Review and Publish

In the Post Management tab, you can:

  • Preview – See the full post content
  • Edit – Make any adjustments
  • Post – Publish to Threads and/or X
  • Delete – Remove unwanted posts
Post Management tab showing pending posts with Edit and Publish options
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🎉 Congratulations!
You've just created your first AI-generated post. The scheduler will continue generating new posts at your configured interval.

Ready to Create More?

Explore advanced features like style learning, Vector Store, and custom content angles to make your posts even more authentic.

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