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Account configuration

After signing in for the first time, configure your account to match your exam preparation needs. All settings are synced to Firebase and persist across devices.

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Sign in with Google

ChaosPrep uses Google Authentication for secure, hassle-free sign-in. How it works:
  1. Click Sign In with Google on the landing page
  2. Select your Google account from the popup
  3. Grant ChaosPrep permission to access your basic profile (name, email, profile photo)
  4. You’re signed in and your data syncs automatically
ChaosPrep only stores your user ID, display name, and email. Your Google credentials are never stored. Authentication is handled entirely by Firebase.
Account security:
  • All data is stored in Firebase Firestore with strict security rules
  • Only you can access your tasks, logs, and settings
  • Sign out from any device by clicking the Log Out icon in the sidebar

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Exam setup

Set your target exam and date to enable countdown tracking and syllabus filtering.

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Configure exam type

  1. Click the Settings icon (gear) in the sidebar or mobile header
  2. In the Exam Setup section, select your exam type:
  • Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
  • Sessions: Jan or Apr
  • Target date auto-calculates based on session
  • Syllabus includes 30 chapters per subject

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Set target exam date

The target date determines:
  • Countdown timer in the sidebar (“X Days” remaining)
  • Reality Check modal with motivational countdown
  • Weekly planning context (how many weeks until exam)
To set target date:
  1. Select Exam Type and Session in Settings
  2. The target date is auto-calculated (e.g., JEE Main Apr → April 1st)
  3. Override with a custom date if needed
  4. Click Save Settings
The countdown card in the sidebar shows days remaining. Click it to open the Reality Check modal with a full-screen countdown and motivational context.

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Customize subjects

If you’re preparing for a custom exam or want to track additional subjects, add them in the Custom Subjects section.
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Open subject manager

  1. Go to Settings
  2. Scroll to Custom Subjects
  3. Click + Manage next to the subject selector
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Add custom subjects

  1. Enter a subject name (e.g., “English”, “GK”, “Aptitude”)
  2. Select a color from the palette:
    • Rose, Amber, Emerald, Blue, Violet, Pink, Teal, Orange, Cyan
  3. Click Add Subject
Your custom subject now appears in:
  • Task creation dropdowns
  • Timer subject selector
  • Mock test filters
  • Error log categories
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Assign subject colors

Each subject has a color theme used across the app for visual consistency.Default colors:
  • Physics: Rose
  • Chemistry: Amber
  • Maths: Blue
  • Biology: Emerald
Change subject colors in Settings > Custom Subjects > Subject Colors.
Custom subjects are saved to your Firebase settings and sync across all devices.

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Set daily rollover hour

ChaosPrep uses a “logical day” system to handle late-night study sessions. How it works:
  • If you study past midnight, sessions can count toward the previous day
  • Configurable rollover hour (default: 12 AM)
  • Affects streak calculations, daily logs, and “Today” stats
Example:
  • Rollover set to 4 AM
  • You log a session at 2 AM on March 4th
  • The session is recorded as March 3rd (previous logical day)
  • At 4:01 AM, the new logical day (March 4th) begins
To configure:
  1. Go to Settings > Preferences
  2. Set Day Rollover Hour (0-23, where 0 = 12 AM)
  3. Click Save Settings
Changing the rollover hour affects how existing logs are grouped. Be consistent to avoid confusion in your study stats.

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Appearance settings

Customize the look and feel of ChaosPrep to match your preferences.

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Theme

Switch between Light and Dark mode:
  1. Go to Settings > Appearance
  2. Select Light or Dark
  3. The theme applies immediately (no need to save)
  • White backgrounds with zinc-50 accents
  • High contrast for outdoor use
  • Default theme

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Accent color

ChaosPrep uses a brand color (purple/violet) for primary actions, buttons, and highlights. Future updates may allow accent customization.

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Countdown visibility

Toggle the countdown timer in the sidebar:
  1. Go to Settings > Preferences
  2. Enable/disable Show Countdown
  3. When disabled, the countdown card is hidden
If the countdown causes anxiety, hide it and focus on daily execution instead. You can still access the target date in Settings.

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Data sync and offline mode

ChaosPrep is a Progressive Web App with offline-first architecture.

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How sync works

Online:
  • All changes (tasks, logs, settings) sync instantly to Firebase
  • Real-time listeners update the UI when data changes
  • Changes appear on all logged-in devices within seconds
Offline:
  • Firebase’s persistent cache stores your data locally
  • You can create tasks, log sessions, and update settings
  • Changes queue and sync when you reconnect
Conflict resolution:
  • Last write wins (most recent change takes precedence)
  • Firestore handles merging automatically
The app shows “Syncing…” in the sidebar when offline. Once reconnected, it updates to show your email.

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Install as PWA

Install ChaosPrep for a native app experience: Benefits:
  • Launches from home screen/app drawer
  • Fullscreen mode (no browser UI)
  • Faster load times with cached assets
  • Offline access to all features
Installation:
  • Mobile: Tap Share > Add to Home Screen
  • Desktop: Click the install icon in the address bar
PWA installation is optional. ChaosPrep works perfectly in a browser tab, but the installed version feels more native and loads faster.

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Privacy and data

Your data is private and secure. What we store:
  • User ID, display name, email (from Google Auth)
  • Tasks, study logs, mock scores, error logs, syllabus progress
  • Settings and preferences
What we don’t store:
  • Google passwords or credentials
  • Personal information beyond basic profile
  • Usage analytics (optional, anonymized)
Data access:
  • Only you can access your data (enforced by Firestore security rules)
  • SVAL.TECH cannot read your private tasks or logs
  • No third-party data sharing
If you delete your account, all data is permanently removed from Firebase. This action cannot be undone.

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Next steps

Now that your account is configured, start using ChaosPrep’s core features:

Daily planner

Add tasks to your calendar and track daily completion.

Focus timer

Log deep work sessions and build study streaks.

Weekly targets

Set weekly goals and monitor progress.

Settings reference

Full list of all available settings and options.

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