Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Get quick answers to common questions about Historact’s features, tools, and community.
How do I create an account?
Find the “Register” button in the top menu—usually next to “Login.”
Fill in your details:
Username: pick something memorable (no spaces or special characters).
Email: make sure it’s one you check often.
Password: use at least 8 characters, mixing letters and numbers (e.g.
HistoryFan2025).
Agree to the Terms & Conditions by checking the box.
Click “Register.”
Verify your email: shortly after, you’ll get a message with a link. Click it to confirm your account.
Tip for younger users: if you don’t see the email within a few minutes, check your Spam or Promotions folder.
Tip for older users: if you have trouble, you can ask a family member or friend to help open your email and click the link.
How do I log in?
Click “Login” in the top menu.
Enter your Username or Email and Password.
Use the “show password” toggle (eye icon) if you need to check what you typed.
(Optional) Tick “Remember Me” if you’re on a private computer and want to stay signed in.
Click “Log In.”
Troubleshooting: If you see an “incorrect password” message, try resetting your password (see Q3) or check for extra spaces before/after what you typed.
I forgot my password—what do I do?
On the Login page, click “Forgot Password?”
Enter the Email address you used to register.
Click “Reset Password.”
Check your email for a reset link (again, look in Spam/Promotions if you don’t see it).
Click the link, choose a new password (different from your last one), and save.
Tip: Write down your new password in a secure place—like a notebook or password manager—so you don’t lose it again.
How do I find articles on a specific topic or era?
Use the Search Bar at the top of the Knowledge Base: start typing keywords like “World War II” or “Impressionism.”
Autocomplete will suggest full terms; click one to jump straight to results.
Apply filters:
Category: e.g. “Historical Events,” “Art Movements,” “Philosophers.”
Author: if you’re looking for work by a favorite writer.
Date range: useful for seeing only the newest or oldest content.
Tags: such as “European History” or “Renaissance.”
Sort results by:
Relevance (best match to your keywords),
Date (newest or oldest first),
Popularity (most-read or highest-rated).
Tip for precision: use quotation marks around a phrase, e.g.
"cold war", to search that exact phrase.
How do I save articles to read later?
When you find an article you like, click the bookmark icon (often a ribbon or star) near the title.
All saved items go into My Bookmarks under your profile menu.
You can create folders or labels in Bookmarks (e.g. “Homework,” “Favorites”) to stay organized.
Advice for seniors: group articles by topic or year to find them more easily later.
Can I limit searches to the newest or most popular articles?
After entering your search term, click the Sort dropdown.
Choose “Date: Newest First” to see the most recent articles.
Choose “Popularity” to see what the community is reading most.
You can also combine filters: for example, show only “Philosophy” articles from the last month sorted by popularity.
How do I join a discussion in my preferred language and topic?
Click “Community” in the main menu.
You’ll see a list of Language Groups (e.g., English, Spanish, Arabic).
Click your language, then pick a Topic: History, Philosophy, or Art.
You’ll enter that space’s feed—just scroll to see recent posts, or use filters (Q10) to find something specific.
Tip for teens: try posting a quick intro (“Hi, I’m Alex from Budapest…”) to get involved right away.
How do I create a post or poll?
In any space, look for the “What’s on your mind?” box at the top.
Type your message—share a question, fact, or opinion.
To add media:
Click the GIF icon to search the built-in library.
Click the Image or Video icon to upload from your device.
Click the Poll icon to enter a question and up to four answer choices.
Click “Post” when you’re ready.
Best practice: keep text concise (2–3 short paragraphs) and break up longer thoughts with headings or bullet points for readability.
How can I chat privately or in groups?
Click the Chat or Messages icon (usually a speech-bubble) in the header or sidebar.
To start a Direct Message: type the person’s username in the search field and click to open a one-on-one chat.
To start a Group Chat: click “New Group,” select multiple users, give the chat a name, and send the first message.
Tip for older users: someone in the group can always add more people later—just click “Add Members.”
How do I search community posts by keyword, author, or format?
Use the Community Search bar at the top of the Community page.
Enter keywords (e.g. “Byzantine art”) and press Enter.
Then use the Filters panel to narrow results by:
Language and Topic (if you’re searching across multiple spaces).
Author: type their username.
Media Type: choose Text, Image, Video, or Poll.
Date: pick a range (e.g. last week).
Sort: Newest or Popular.
Advanced tip: combine filters—e.g. images by “MariaHistory” from the last month.
What can the on-site AI Chat do?
Answer factual questions (e.g. “When did the Renaissance begin?”).
Clarify complex concepts (e.g. “Explain Marxist dialectics in simple terms”).
Suggest related readings or articles based on your query.
Translate or summarize any text you paste in.
Generate quizzes or timelines for study purposes.
Use case for students: ask for a 5-question quiz on Ancient Rome before your exam.
How do I access the AI Chat?
Click “Try AI” on the Home Page banner to open the chat window.
Or click the chat icon (usually bottom-right corner) on any page.
The chat history stays visible, so you can scroll up to review earlier answers.
To start fresh, click “New Conversation.”
Are there any usage limits?
No limits—you can ask as many questions as you like, day or night.
Best practice: be clear and specific (“Compare Stoicism and Epicureanism”) to get more accurate answers.
If the AI goes off-topic, simply type “Restart” or “New Conversation.”
Where can I follow Historact on social media?
Twitter: look for our handle or search hashtags like
#TodayInHistoryand#PhilosopherOfTheDay.You can retweet or like posts to share them with your own followers.
Pinterest: find our boards filled with article images, historical timelines, and themed wallpapers.
Use the Save button on any image to add it to your personal boards.
How do I install the mobile app?
PWA (Progressive Web App):
Open Historact in your phone’s browser.
Tap your browser menu (⋮ or …) and choose “Add to Home Screen.”
The app icon appears on your home screen—tap it anytime to launch.
Works offline for pages you’ve already visited.
Android app via Google Play:
Open Google Play, search for “Historact,” and tap Install.
The icon and offline features work just like the PWA, with automatic updates.
Note for iPhone users: PWAs function like apps but aren’t listed in the App Store.
How do I subscribe to the newsletter?
Scroll to the Newsletter section in the website footer or sidebar.
Enter your Email address in the box provided.
Click “Subscribe.”
You’ll receive a welcome email—click its confirmation link to complete signup.
What to expect: a weekly digest of featured articles, community highlights, and upcoming events.
Tip: add our sender address to your contacts so it doesn’t end up in Spam.
How do I get alerts for new content?
Go to your Profile Settings and open Notifications.
Toggle on email or push notifications for:
New Articles in your favorite categories.
Replies or Mentions when someone responds to your posts.
Site News and special announcements.
Save your settings. Now you’ll get a brief summary whenever there’s something new to explore.
Can I submit my own article?
Eligibility: selected members gain contributor access—watch for an invitation or apply via Contact Us.
How to submit:
Open the Submission Portal from your profile menu.
Upload a draft file (Word or Markdown).
Provide a title, summary, and list of sources.
Click Submit for Review.
Review process:
Editors check your draft for accuracy, style, and readability.
You’ll receive feedback or approval within 7–10 business days.
Tip: follow our Article Guidelines (tone, citation format) to speed up approval.
How do I reach the Historact team?
Click “Contact Us” in the main menu or footer.
Fill out:
Your Email (so we can reply).
Subject (e.g., “Feature Request” or “Report a Bug”).
Message (detailed description of your question or issue).
Click Submit. You’ll see an on-screen confirmation and get an email receipt.
Response time: typically 1–2 business days.
Where can I get help if something isn’t working?
First, check the FAQ you’re reading now for quick answers.
If it’s a technical issue, include:
Your device type (PC, Mac, Android, iOS).
Browser name and version (e.g., Chrome 114).
A screenshot if possible.
Send details via Contact Us so our support team can diagnose and fix it faster.
Is the site available in multiple languages?
Yes—the entire interface, articles, and community sections are automatically translated into dozens of languages.
To switch language: click the language selector (usually a globe icon) in the header or footer.
Tip: machine translation may vary—feel free to ask for human-verified translations in the community.
Who is Historact for?
Students: study guides, quizzes, research sources.
Educators: lesson materials, discussion prompts, community collaboration.
Hobbyists & Enthusiasts: deep-dive articles, art galleries, lively forums.
Researchers: structured knowledge base, citation support, expert discussions.
No matter your age or background, our goal is a barrier-free experience—no paywalls, no required reading levels, just open learning.
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