# Getting Started

### 1. Download the Senstream app v1.1

Download and open the [Senstream app from Apple's iOS app store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/senstream/id1297743398) to be installed on an iPhone or iPad with iOS 16.6 or later.   

### 2. Non-medical Acknowledgement 

The first time you launch the Senstream iOS app, you will be asked to acknowledge that the Senstream ring is not a medical device and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, monitor, or prevent medical conditions or illnesses.

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### 3. Select Data Storage Location&#x20;

The next step will be to choose where the data will be stored, either using a free [Senstream Cloud account ](https://docs.senstream.com/senstream-researcher-ring-application-user-guide/ios-mobile-app/data-storage-senstream-cloud)or choosing to [store data local on the phone](https://docs.senstream.com/senstream-researcher-ring-application-user-guide/ios-mobile-app/data-storage-local-files-browser) or in a location defined by the user. &#x20;

Either choice can be changed after this screen. &#x20;

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### 4. Pair Ring

After selecting the data storage location, a[ ring will need to be paired with the app](https://docs.senstream.com/senstream-researcher-ring-application-user-guide/ios-mobile-app/pairing-a-ring).

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