> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.hoopai.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# 2018 Updates

> HoopAI platform updates released in 2018 — our founding year.

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<Update label="December 7, 2018" description="User Roles: Admin and Standard User" tags={["Feature", "Settings"]}>
  **What's new:** Two user roles are now available — Admin and Standard User. Admins have full access to all settings, billing, and user management. Standard Users have access to CRM and communication features only.

  **Why it matters:** Provides basic access control to protect sensitive account settings.

  **How to use it:** Assign roles when inviting new users under **Settings > Team Management**.
</Update>

<Update label="November 23, 2018" description="Activity Log Reporting" tags={["Feature", "Reporting"]}>
  **What's new:** View a chronological log of all account activity including contact additions, emails sent, notes created, and setting changes. Filter by user, date, and activity type.

  **Why it matters:** Provides transparency and accountability for all actions taken within the account.

  **How to use it:** Navigate to **Reporting > Activity Log** to review recent activity.
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<Update label="November 9, 2018" description="Contact Count Reporting" tags={["Feature", "Reporting"]}>
  **What's new:** A basic reporting dashboard now shows total contact count, contacts added this month, and a simple growth chart over time.

  **Why it matters:** Gives you a quick measure of database growth and acquisition trends.

  **How to use it:** Go to **Reporting > Overview** to view your contact metrics.
</Update>

<Update label="October 26, 2018" description="Stripe Payment Integration" tags={["Feature", "Integrations"]}>
  **What's new:** Connect your Stripe account to the HoopAI platform. Once connected, you can track payment data and link transactions to contact records.

  **Why it matters:** Brings payment visibility into your CRM so you can see the full customer journey.

  **How to use it:** Go to **Settings > Integrations > Stripe** and connect your Stripe account.
</Update>

<Update label="October 12, 2018" description="Contact Export to CSV" tags={["Feature", "Contacts"]}>
  **What's new:** Export your contact database to a CSV file for use in external tools, backups, or reporting. Choose which fields to include in the export.

  **Why it matters:** Ensures your data is portable and accessible outside the platform.

  **How to use it:** Go to **Contacts > Export** and select your desired fields before downloading.
</Update>

<Update label="September 28, 2018" description="Google OAuth Login" tags={["Feature", "Settings"]}>
  **What's new:** Sign in to the HoopAI platform using your Google account. Google OAuth provides a fast, secure login option alongside email and password.

  **Why it matters:** Reduces login friction and leverages Google's security infrastructure.

  **How to use it:** Click **Sign in with Google** on the login page.
</Update>

<Update label="September 14, 2018" description="Facebook OAuth Login" tags={["Feature", "Settings"]}>
  **What's new:** Facebook login is now available as an authentication option. Connect your Facebook account for quick access to the platform.

  **Why it matters:** Provides an additional convenient sign-in method for users.

  **How to use it:** Click **Sign in with Facebook** on the login page.
</Update>

<Update label="August 31, 2018" description="Basic Contact Search" tags={["Feature", "Contacts"]}>
  **What's new:** Search your contact database by name, email, or phone number using the search bar at the top of the contact list.

  **Why it matters:** Makes it quick to find specific contacts as your database grows.

  **How to use it:** Type a name, email, or phone number in the search bar on the **Contacts** page.
</Update>

<Update label="August 17, 2018" description="Manual Contact Notes" tags={["Feature", "Contacts"]}>
  **What's new:** Add freeform text notes to any contact record. Notes are timestamped and displayed in chronological order on the contact profile.

  **Why it matters:** Gives your team a place to record call summaries, meeting takeaways, and important context.

  **How to use it:** Open a contact and click **Add Note** to write and save your note.
</Update>

<Update label="August 3, 2018" description="Contact List View" tags={["Feature", "Contacts"]}>
  **What's new:** View all your contacts in a paginated list with columns for name, email, phone, and date added. Click any row to open the full contact details.

  **Why it matters:** Provides the primary interface for browsing and managing your contact database.

  **How to use it:** Navigate to **Contacts** to see your full contact list.
</Update>

<Update label="July 20, 2018" description="First CRM Features Live" tags={["Feature", "CRM"]}>
  **What's new:** The first CRM features are now available — add contacts with name, email, and phone number. View and manage your growing contact database from a simple list interface.

  **Why it matters:** Marks the beginning of the CRM that powers all lead management and communication.

  **How to use it:** Click **Add Contact** from the main navigation to create your first record.
</Update>

<Update label="June 15, 2018" description="Basic Contact Database" tags={["Feature", "Contacts"]}>
  **What's new:** The foundational contact database is live. Store contact names, email addresses, and phone numbers in a centralized, cloud-based system.

  **Why it matters:** Replaces spreadsheets and scattered records with a proper digital contact store.

  **How to use it:** Navigate to **Contacts** and start adding records.
</Update>

<Update label="May 10, 2018" description="User Registration and Onboarding" tags={["Feature", "Settings"]}>
  **What's new:** New users can now register for a HoopAI account with email and password. A guided onboarding flow walks you through initial setup including company name and timezone.

  **Why it matters:** Provides a smooth entry point for new users to get started on the platform.

  **How to use it:** Visit the signup page and follow the registration steps.
</Update>

<Update label="April 5, 2018" description="Beta Launch" tags={["Feature", "Dashboard"]}>
  **What's new:** The HoopAI platform is now available in beta. Early adopters can sign up, explore the initial interface, and provide feedback as we build out core features.

  **Why it matters:** Opens the platform to real users for the first time, beginning the journey toward a full-featured CRM and marketing suite.

  **How to use it:** Request beta access through the HoopAI website.
</Update>

<Update label="March 15, 2018" description="Platform Announcement" tags={["Feature", "Dashboard"]}>
  **What's new:** HoopAI is officially announced. Our mission is to build an all-in-one CRM and marketing platform that helps businesses capture, nurture, and convert leads from a single tool.

  **Why it matters:** Marks the founding moment of the platform that will grow to serve businesses of all sizes.

  **How to use it:** Stay tuned for beta access coming soon.
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