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

# Set up in Google Chat

> Install and configure the Kowalah Agent in your Google Chat workspace.

Install the Kowalah Agent in Google Chat to give your team an always-on AI expert directly in spaces and conversations.

## Admin setup

A Google Workspace administrator needs to approve the Kowalah app once for your organization.

**1. Go to organization settings in Kowalah**

Sign in to [app.kowalah.com](https://app.kowalah.com), go to **Settings**, and find the **Integrations** section. You'll find the Google Chat installation link there.

**2. Approve the app**

Your Google Workspace admin approves the Kowalah app. Once approved, it becomes available to all users in your organization.

**3. Confirm installation**

The Kowalah bot is now available in Google Chat. Your team can start using it in spaces and conversations.

## Individual user setup

Once the app is approved by your admin, each user connects their Kowalah identity the first time they interact.

**1. Mention @Kowalah**

In any space or conversation, type `@Kowalah` followed by a question or request.

**2. Link your account**

The first time you mention Kowalah, it will ask you to link your Google identity to your Kowalah account. Follow the provided link to sign in. This is a one-time step.

**3. Start using it**

Once linked, you're set. Mention `@Kowalah` in any conversation to get help.

## Where it works

* **Spaces** — shared workspaces where your team collaborates
* **Direct messages** — private 1:1 conversation with the Agent
* **Group conversations** — visible to all participants

> [!TIP]
>
> Use threaded replies in spaces to keep longer conversations organized. The Agent tracks thread context for follow-up messages.

## What to expect

* **First message:** \~20 seconds while workspace context loads
* **Follow-ups:** 3-5 seconds with context already available

> **[Using the agent](https://docs.kowalah.com/agent/using-the-agent.md)**
>
> Learn what you can do

> **[Kowalah Agent overview](https://docs.kowalah.com/agent/overview.md)**
>
> Full capabilities reference


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