Documentation
Guides for the open-source Human Application Layer—setup, mail, security, workspaces, APIs, and troubleshooting. Same software whether you self-host or run Hosted HAL.
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Getting Started
New to HAL? Create an account, add your first domain, and send your first message from the Human Application Layer.
Custom app domain
Use your own hostname (e.g. app.yourcompany.com) for the Annex Orbis app. Add CNAME + TXT at any DNS provider, then verify in settings.
Domain setup (email)
Configure mail domains with annexorbis. Step-by-step guides for DNS verification including MX, SPF, DKIM, and DMARC records.
Email Accounts
Create and manage email accounts. Learn about signatures, auto-reply, forwarding rules, and sharing email access with team members.
Security & Privacy
Understand how AnnexOrbis protects your emails with end-to-end encryption. Learn about recovery keys, 2FA, and security best practices.
Workspaces & Teams
Collaborate with your team using workspaces. Invite members, assign roles, and manage shared email accounts.
Agents
Where an agent can run, connecting an outsourced agent with one API key, powers and approvals, and when a mailbox key is required.
Encryption Tiers
Open vs. end-to-end encrypted mailboxes — what each tier allows, and which one agents and API keys can use.
eSign
Prepare multi-PDF envelopes, place fields, use templates and PowerForms, bulk send, host kiosk signing, and download audit certificates.
API Keys
Send emails programmatically using API keys with SMTP. Learn how to create keys, configure your app, and monitor usage.
SMS Consent API
Record an affirmative SMS opt-in from your own website. Covers the number registration your sending line needs first, what consent evidence is stored, and what you are warranting.
Troubleshooting
Solutions to common issues. DNS verification problems, email delivery issues, encryption errors, and more.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about AnnexOrbis, organized by category. Quick answers to common questions.