Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

About The Tool Powering Ambitious Humans

What is Protocols?
Protocols is your personal AI support team that works while you sleep. We've built a platform where you can assemble specialized AI coaches that match both your goals and your style - whether you need a drill sergeant for fitness or a gentle guide for mindfulness. We adapt to your schedule, preferences, and progress to create a system that works for your actual life, not some idealized version of it.
How does Protocols help me?
Protocols creates personalized routines and recommendations based on your goals, schedule, and preferences. Your AI coaches provide actionable steps at optimal times, turning expert knowledge into measurable progress. The system adapts to your feedback and progress, making adjustments that increase your success.
How do I get started?
  • • Tell us your goals - what matters most to you?
  • • Try out different coaches and see who you work well with
  • • Build your AI support team by selecting coaches that match your needs and style
  • • Connect your calendar - takes just 27 seconds and nearly doubles your success rate
Is Protocols free to use?
Yes, Protocols offers a free plan to get started. No strings attached.
How does calendar integration work?
Your AI support team analyzes your schedule to find the optimal times to implement new habits and routines. If you sync back, this means you can build your routines in Protocols and they'll show up right where you need them - in your calendar. This reduces friction and increases your likelihood of success. Don't use calendars? No problem - scheduling is built directly into the platform.
Can I fully personalize my experience?
  • Absolutely. You control every aspect:
  • • Choose which coaches are on your team
  • • Create custom coaches from your own knowledge bases
  • • Set your specific goals and priorities
  • • Determine which areas of life you want to focus on
  • • Receive recommendations calibrated to your schedule
What areas of life can Protocols help with?
Anything you want to improve - health, productivity, relationships, personal growth, sleep, nutrition, fitness, mindset, and more. You define what matters, and your AI support team helps you make time for it.
How does Protocols adapt to my changing needs?
The platform learns from your progress and preferences. As your goals or circumstances change, your AI coaches adjust their guidance accordingly, ensuring continuous alignment with your evolving priorities.
Is my data secure?
Yes. We use state-of-the-art encryption, secure servers, and never share your data with third parties. Your privacy is our priority.
Can I use Protocols on multiple devices?
Yes, you can access Protocols on any device with your account, ensuring your support team is always available when and where you need it.
Will there be mobile apps?
Yes, mobile apps are currently in development, with release planned for mid-2025, followed by a watch app.
Who created Protocols?
Joe, Roanne, and Kale. We spent 20+ years building performance systems for elite athletes and professionals, and wanted to make these tools accessible to anyone who wants to improve their life. We used Protocols on ourselves before making it available to you.
How is Protocols different from task managers or productivity apps?
Task managers are like bosses who don't know you but love telling you what to do anyway. Protocols is more like having a pit crew for your life - we're here to make you faster at being you. We don't sell productivity porn or convince you to squeeze more widgets into your day. We help you uncover what actually fires you up, then use Protocols to ignite and flame that spark.
How is Protocols different from generic AI chatbots?
Generic AI chatbots are conversation partners commonly with broad knowledge but no real context about you or your life. They usually start fresh with each chat, forgetting what matters to you, and they're designed to be neutral and agreeable. Protocols builds you a team of specialized AI coaches with actual personalities and perspectives. They're opinionated, knowledgeable, direct, and won't just tell you what you want to hear. They develop a deep understanding of your specific goals, schedule, and preferences, working continuously in the background to provide timely, relevant guidance unique to you.
What if I want to create my own AI coach?
You can create custom AI coaches from your personal knowledge base. This allows you to build coaches that embody the specific expertise and approaches that resonate most with you.

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