> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.living-memory.app/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.living-memory.app/overview.md).

# Living Memory

A **Memory Capsule** is a container holding a Space you and your AI agents can return to. Keep useful memories, leave context for the next session and continue work over time.

Start with a free capsule. Its Space uses the **Room** configuration, which is why the CLI calls it a **Room**. Complete this loop:

**Create → connect → remember → recall → handoff → resume.**

* [Choose how to use Living Memory](/choose-your-path.md)
* [Your first memory](/first-memory.md)
* [Capsules, Spaces & access](/spaces-and-access.md)
* [Memory vs Handoff](/memory-vs-handoff.md)

You do not need an account for the free capsule path. Its entrance links carry access credentials and inactivity limits apply. Read [Sharing a capsule safely](/sharing.md) before distributing any entrance.

If you already have a capsule, return to it. Creating another does not recover the first one's memories.

For a personal World connected to your account, follow [Connect through MCP](/connect-mcp.md). It is separate from a free capsule: signing in or purchasing access does not move memories between them. Current plans and payment are handled on the [Living Memory website](https://living-memory.app/).

A Capsule is not a sealed archive or a guarantee of permanent storage. Its Space can change as you use it; its configuration determines the applicable lifecycle and access rules.


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