> ## 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.

<Steps>
  ### 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.

  ### Approve the app

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

  ### Confirm installation

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

## Individual user setup

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

<Steps>
  ### Mention @Kowalah

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

  ### 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.

  ### Start using it

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

## 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.
</Tip>

## What to expect

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

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