Before diving into Hyver, it’s helpful to get familiar with the basics: how the platform is structured, what it needs to run smoothly, and which terms you’ll see throughout the system. This quick checklist helps you get oriented and avoid surprises later on. 

Understand who can do what inside Hyver. Roles control access to data, settings, and actions like creating engagements or editing findings.
See also: [Roles and Permissions]

Check your environment meets the technical requirements for using Hyver — including browser compatibility and network access.
See also: [Hyver Platform Requirements]

Get comfortable with Hyver’s core terminology, like findings, business assets, exposure, and Cost of Breach. These are used across dashboards, reports, and plans.
See also: [Terms and Concepts]

Familiarize yourself with the Hyver layout — the left-hand navigation, dashboards, settings menu, and icons. Knowing where to find things will save you time later.
See also: [User Interface]

Take a few minutes to explore these resources before getting started — it’ll make the rest of the onboarding smoother. Once you're ready, head to the next article to start setting up your Hyver workspace.