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How to Upload a File and Analyze Details

The Vult app allows you to manage your files with complete transparency, giving you insight into where your data is stored and how it's managed.

This section walks you through the process of uploading a file, accessing its detailed information, and analyzing the distribution of your data across the network.

Here's how you can get started:

Step 1: Uploading a File

Log in to the Vult app on your iOS device. On the home screen, click on + icon an tap the "Upload File" button.

Fig1: Uploading a File

Step 2: Accessing File Details

After uploading, find the file in your list or folder.Tap three dots on the file, then select "File Details" from the menu to open a detailed view.

Fig2: Access File Details

Step 3: Examining Blobber Details

  • Scroll down in the File Details view to see Blobber Details.

    • URL: Link to the blobber's dashboard.

    • Size: Size of the file fragment stored by the blobber.

    • Geo: The geographic location of the blobber.

    • Updates and Downloads: Track how many times the file has been updated or downloaded.

Fig3: See Blobber Details

This view helps you understand how your data is distributed across different servers, ensuring transparency and security.


How to Create a Folder and Upload Multiple Files in Vult

Organizing your files in the Vult app is made simple with the ability to create folders and upload multiple files at once.

This section guides you through the steps to create a new folder and efficiently upload multiple files to your Vult storage.

Here's how you can get started:

Step 1: Creating a Folder

Open the Vult app and navigate to the homepage. Tap the "Create Folder" or "New Folder" button. Name your folder and confirm to create it.

Fig4: Creating a Folder

Step 2: Uploading Multiple Files

Open the folder you just created. Tap "Upload File(s)" and select multiple files from your device by holding down the selection. Confirm the selection to start the upload.

Fig5: Uploading Multiple Files

How to Refer a Friend

The Vult app offers you the opportunity to earn ZCN tokens by referring your friends. Each time a friend signs up using your unique referral link, you will receive rewards that can be redeemed directly within the app.

Here's how you can get started:

Step 1: Access the Referral Feature

Go to "Refer a Friend" from the main menu of the Vult app.

Fig6: Access the Referral Feature

On the Referral Rewards page, you will see an option to invite friends. Tap on the "Invite" button. You will have the option to share your referral link directly via popular platforms like Telegram, Twitter, WhatsApp, or Email.

Alternatively, you can copy the referral link displayed on the screen and share it manually through any platform of your choice.

Fig7: Share your Referal Link

Step 3: Claim Your Rewards

Once you have referred at least one user, the "Redeem Rewards" button will become active. Tap on "Redeem Rewards" to claim your ZCN earnings. Your rewards will be added to your available balance in the app.

Tap "Show My Ranking" to track your position on the Referral Leaderboard.


How to Enable Automatic Uploads in Mobile App

The Automatic Uploads feature in the Vult mobile app allows users to enable automatic backup of their files to the Vult cloud. This feature is particularly useful for ensuring that your important files are consistently backed up without requiring manual uploads.

Here’s how to configure and use this feature:

Step 1: Access Automatic Uploads Settings

In the settings menu, find and tap on the "Automatic Uploads" option. This will bring you to the configuration screen for automatic uploads.

Fig8: Choose Automatic Updates

Step 2: Configure Automatic Uploads

You will see three options: Off, Regular, and Encrypted.

Fig9: Select Enable Upload Options

Choose Regular if you want to automatically upload files without encryption. Choose Encrypted if you want the files to be automatically uploaded with encryption for added security.

Fig10: Configure Intervals

Choose between From past 24 hrs or From past 7 days to decide how far back you want the app to upload files automatically.

Once you have made your selections, tap the Done button to save your settings.

Step 3: Review Automatic Uploads

After setting up automatic uploads, the app will continuously monitor your selected folders or files based on the chosen configuration.

To verify which files have been uploaded, you can review your uploads by navigating to the relevant folders within the Vult app.


How to Upload an Encrypted File and Privately Share It

Maintaining the privacy of your sensitive files is crucial, and the Vult app makes it easy to securely upload and share encrypted files.

Here’s how to use this feature:

Step 1: Navigate to the Encrypted Folder

From the Home screen, scroll to locate the Encrypted Folder. This folder is easily identifiable by its lock icon (as highlighted in the screenshot).

Fig11: Encrypted Folder

Step 2: Select the files

In the Encrypted Folder view, tap on the "+" (plus) icon located at the bottom of the screen to reveal options for file management.

Choose an option:

  • Upload File: Select this to upload files from your device.

  • Create Folder: Create a new folder within the Encrypted Folder to organize your files.

  • Upload from Gallery: Upload images directly from your gallery.

Fig12: Select the files

Step 3: Upload the file

After selecting your files, the upload process will begin, and your files will be securely stored in the Encrypted Folder.

Fig13: Upload the files

Step 4: Share the File Privately

To share a file securely, navigate to the file you wish to share within the Encrypted Folder. Tap on the three dots next to the file name to open the file options menu. Select Private Share from the list of options.

In the Share screen, enter the username of the person you want to share the file with. Tap Share to securely share the file.

Fig14: Private Share

The selected user will be the only one who can access the shared file, ensuring complete privacy and security. This ensures that your sensitive files are securely shared with the intended recipient only.

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