Integrations Overview

What are Integrations?

Integrations connect Polaris AI to your favorite apps and services so you can control them through conversation. Instead of switching between apps, everything happens in one place.

Available Integrations

Polaris AI connects to:

Google Workspace

• Gmail — Email management
• Google Calendar — Schedule & events
• Google Docs — Document creation
• Google Sheets — Spreadsheets
• Google Forms — Surveys & forms
• Google Meet — Video conferences

Microsoft 365

• Outlook — Email management
• Microsoft Calendar — Schedule & events
• Word — Document creation
• Excel — Spreadsheets
• OneDrive — File storage
• Teams — Team communication

Developer Tools

• GitHub — Repositories & collaboration

Utilities

• Maps — Location services
• Weather — Weather forecasts
• Web Search — Internet search
• Flights — Flight information

How Connections Work

Step 1: Start Connection

In Dashboard → Settings → Integrations:

[Connect Gmail] [Connect GitHub] [Connect Outlook]

Step 2: Authorization

Click "Connect" for an app:

Polaris AI requests permission to:
- Read your emails
- Create calendar events
- Can you authorize?

[Yes, authorize] [Cancel]

Step 3: Confirm Permissions

You're taken to Google/Microsoft/GitHub to approve:

"Polaris AI wants access to:"
• View your emails
• Create events
• Read calendar

[Grant Access] [Deny]

Step 4: Connected

Return to Polaris AI:

Gmail connected
Ready to send emails, read messages, search inbox

Step 5: Start Using

Immediately start asking:

"Send an email to john@example.com"
"What's on my calendar today?"
"Create a Google Doc about the project"

Managing Connections

View Connected Apps

In Dashboard → Settings → Apps Tab:

Gmail — Connected as john@gmail.com
Google Calendar — john@gmail.com
GitHub — john-smith (3 repositories)
Microsoft Outlook — Not connected

[Connect new app]

See Connection Status

For each app:

• Connected = Connected and ready
• Connecting = Connecting or syncing
• Error = Disconnected or error
• Not Connected = Not connected yet

View Permissions

Click any app to see what permissions you granted:

Gmail permissions:
• Send emails on your behalf
• Read email messages
• Modify email labels
• Create drafts

These permissions can be revoked anytime in your Google Account.

Connecting an Integration

Quick Steps

Google Apps

Microsoft 365

GitHub

Using Connected Apps

Single-App Tasks

Once connected, use one app:

"Send an email to Sarah"
→ Uses Gmail

"Show me my calendar for today"
→ Uses Google Calendar

"Create a new spreadsheet"
→ Uses Google Sheets

Multi-App Workflows

Connect multiple apps for advanced workflows:

"Create a feedback form and email it to the team"
→ 1. Google Forms (create form)
→ 2. Gmail (send link)

"Document the meeting in Google Docs and share with attendees"
→ 1. Google Docs (create)
→ 2. Gmail/Outlook (share link)

Real-Time Sync

Connected apps sync in real-time:

You: "Schedule a meeting tomorrow"
→ Created in Google Calendar
→ Immediately visible on all devices
→ Invitation email sent to attendees

Disconnecting Apps

Disconnect an Integration

What Happens When You Disconnect?

• Polaris AI can't access that app anymore
• Can't send emails, access calendar, etc.
• All your data stays in the app
• Your account isn't affected
• You can reconnect anytime

Permissions & Privacy

What Permissions Does Polaris AI Request?

Each integration requires specific permissions:

Gmail:

• Send emails
• Read mailbox
• Create & manage labels
• Create drafts

Google Calendar:

• View your calendar
• Create events
• Modify events

GitHub:

• Read repositories
• Create issues
• Manage your repositories

Outlook:

• Read/send emails
• Manage calendar
• Access OneDrive files

Who Sees Your Data?

• Only you can see what you do in Polaris AI
• Polaris AI doesn't store email contents
• No sharing with third parties
• Only metadata processed (sender, subject, date)

Revoking Permissions

You can revoke Polaris AI's access anytime:

Via Polaris AI:

• Settings → Apps → Disconnect

Via the App:

• Gmail: google.com/account/permissions
• GitHub: GitHub settings → Authorized apps
• Outlook: Microsoft account settings

Common Integration Questions

Q: Is it safe to connect my account?

A: Yes. Polaris AI uses industry-standard OAuth. You authorize exactly what Polaris AI can access. You can revoke anytime.

Q: What if Polaris AI gets hacked?

A: OAuth tokens don't give access to your passwords. Your services are protected.

Q: Can I use multiple accounts?

A: You can have one connection per service per Polaris AI account. Contact support for multiple workspace needs.

Q: Do all integrations work together?

A: Most do! Complex workflows may need specific app combinations. Polaris AI will guide you.

Q: What if an app needs reconnecting?

A: If connection drops, Polaris AI will ask you to reconnect. It's a 2-click process.

Troubleshooting Connections

Connection Failed

If connection fails:

1. Check internet — Ensure you're online
2. Logout first — Sign out of the service, then reconnect
3. Clear cookies — Clear browser cookies for that site
4. Try again — Attempt connection again
5. Contact support — If still failing, reach out

Authorization Revoked

If Polaris AI loses access:

1. Reconnect — Go to Settings → Apps → Reconnect
2. Reauthorize — Grant permissions again
3. Done — Should work immediately

Permissions Insufficient

If Polaris AI can't perform an action:

1. Go to Settings → Apps → [Your app]
2. Check permissions — See what's allowed
3. Reconnect — Sometimes needs fresh authorization
4. Verify settings — Check app settings allow this action

Next Steps

Choose an integration to learn about:

Next: Learn about Gmail Integration →