Quick Start Guide
Get up and running with Aim in 15 minutes or less. This guide will walk you through creating your account, connecting your first integration, and creating your first metric.
Prerequisites: You’ll need admin access to at least one of the systems you want to integrate (e.g., Google Analytics, Salesforce, Stripe).
Setup Steps
Create Your Aim Account
- Visit app.aimmetrics.ai
- Click Sign Up or Join Beta
- Enter your email and create a password
- Verify your email address
- Complete the onboarding questionnaire (optional but recommended)
Tip: Use your work email to automatically join your organization’s workspace if one already exists.
Connect Your First Integration
Choose one of these popular integrations to get started:
For Marketing/Product Teams:
- Google Analytics - Track website metrics (10-15 min)
- Amplitude - Product analytics (5-10 min)
For Sales Teams:
- Salesforce - CRM data (15-20 min)
- HubSpot - Marketing & sales hub (10-15 min)
For Finance Teams:
- Stripe - Payment data (5-10 min)
- QuickBooks - Accounting data (10-15 min)
For Data Teams:
Click on any integration above for detailed setup instructions.
Create Your First Metric
Once your integration is connected:
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Navigate to Metrics in the sidebar
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Click Create Metric
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Choose your data source (the integration you just connected)
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Select the metric type:
- Direct Metric - Pull a single value (e.g., Monthly Revenue)
- Calculated Metric - Combine multiple metrics (e.g., Conversion Rate)
- Custom Query - Write a custom query for advanced use cases
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Configure your metric:
- Name: Give it a clear, descriptive name
- Description: Explain what it measures and why it matters
- Unit: Select the appropriate unit (%, $, count, etc.)
- Owner: Assign an owner responsible for the metric
- Refresh Cadence: Choose how often to update (real-time, hourly, daily, etc.)
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Click Create and your metric will start syncing!
Set Up Your Dashboard
Visualize your metrics on a dashboard:
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Navigate to Dashboard in the sidebar
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Click + Add Widget
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Choose a widget type:
- Metric Card - Display a single metric value
- Line Chart - Show trends over time
- Bar Chart - Compare multiple metrics
- Table - Display detailed data
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Select your metric and customize:
- Time range (last 7 days, 30 days, 90 days, etc.)
- Comparison (vs. previous period, vs. goal)
- Formatting (colors, labels, precision)
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Click Add to Dashboard
Next Steps
Now that you’re set up, explore these features:
Connect More Integrations
Add more of your business systems to get a complete view:
- View all available integrations
- Learn about integration best practices
Create More Metrics
Build a comprehensive metrics library:
Set Up OKRs
Align your team around goals:
Customize Your Dashboard
Make your dashboard work for you:
Invite Your Team
Collaborate with your organization:
- Go to Settings → Organization → Members
- Click Invite Members
- Enter email addresses and assign roles
- Click Send Invitations
Common Questions
How long does it take to sync data?
Initial sync times vary by integration:
- Fast (< 5 min): Stripe, API-based integrations
- Medium (5-15 min): Google Analytics, Salesforce
- Slower (15-60 min): Large data warehouses like Snowflake
After initial sync, incremental updates are much faster.
Can I import historical data?
Yes! Most integrations support historical data import. The amount available depends on:
- Your plan tier (free, pro, enterprise)
- The integration’s capabilities
- Your account age with the third-party service
What if my integration fails?
Check the troubleshooting guide for common issues. If you’re still stuck:
- Review integration logs in Settings → Integrations → [Your Integration]
- Verify your credentials are still valid
- Contact support for help
How much does Aim cost?
Visit our pricing page for current plans. Free tier includes:
- Up to 3 integrations
- 50 metrics
- 7 days of data retention
- Basic dashboards
Need Help?
- 💬 Join our community Slack
- 📧 Email support@aimmetrics.ai
- 📖 Browse all documentation
- ❓ Check the FAQ