> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.nested-knowledge.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.nested-knowledge.com/start-a-pilot-trial/start-a-pilot-trial.md).

# Start a Pilot Trial

Set up a pilot trial of Nested Knowledge.

Use a 30 day pilot trial to evaluate Nested Knowledge for your review. Compare the tiers, then follow the decision tree to choose your setup path.

### Choose Your Pilot

Start with your eligibility:

1. Do you qualify for [Academic tier pricing](/policies/policies/other-policies/academic-tier-qualification.md)?
   * **Yes:** Do you need the full AI workflow and outputs?
     * **Yes:** Choose **Academic+**. [Contact sales](mailto:sales@nested-knowledge.com) to set it up.
     * **No:** Choose **Academic**. Set it up yourself (see below). This tier includes manual workflows and outputs.
   * **No:** Do you need the full AI workflow and outputs?
     * **Yes:** Choose **Enterprise**. [Contact sales](mailto:sales@nested-knowledge.com) to set it up.
     * **No:** Choose **Business**. Set it up yourself (see below). This tier includes manual workflows, selected AI tools, and outputs.

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See the [Pricing page](https://about.nested-knowledge.com/pricing/) for each tier's included features.
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### Set Up A Pilot Online

Set up an **Academic** or **Business** pilot in Nested Knowledge. These steps describe organization setup. To continue as an individual, skip steps two and four, then select **Individual** in step three.

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#### Create Your Account

[Create an account](https://nested-knowledge.com/sign-up) if you haven't already.

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Check your spam folder for the verification email. If it doesn't arrive, [contact support](mailto:support@nested-knowledge.com) for manual verification.
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#### Create An Organization

If you're the first person in your organization to create an account, [create an organization](/account-management/organization-management.md). Set up an active pilot before inviting others.
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#### Start A Pilot

Open the user menu in the top right and select **Subscriptions**. Under **Subscriptions**, select **Organization**, then select your organization.

Select **Start Pilot**.

Select your organization type:

* **Other**
* [Qualified academic institution](/policies/policies/other-policies/academic-tier-qualification.md)

Select **Start Academic/Business Pilot**.

Your pilot starts immediately. A notice at the top of the page shows your remaining pilot days.

<details>

<summary>What happens when my pilot expires?</summary>

Your account returns to the free tier. You retain full access to one free nest, which defaults to your first-created nest. Your other nests remain accessible, but you can't add new searches.

[Start a Nested Knowledge subscription](/account-management/subscriptions.md) or [contact sales](mailto:sales@nested-knowledge.com).

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#### Invite Users

Open the user menu, then select **Organizations**. Select your organization, then select **Invite users**.

Learn more about [managing your organization](/account-management/organization-management.md).
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#### Create A Nest

Open [Nests](/your-nests/nests.md), then select **Create New Nest**.

Use [Nest Setup](/review-workflow/nest-setup.md) to get set up in your first nest.
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### Next Steps

<table data-card-size="large" data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><i class="fa-apple-core">:apple-core:</i><br><strong>Core Concepts</strong></td><td>Learn the objects and terminology used in Nested Knowledge.</td><td><a href="/get-started/core-concepts.md">Core Concepts</a></td></tr><tr><td><i class="fa-robot">:robot:</i><br><strong>Build With AI</strong></td><td>Use AI-assisted tools to build your nest.</td><td><a href="/get-started/ai-documentation.md">Build With AI</a></td></tr><tr><td><i class="fa-sign-post">:sign-post:</i><br><strong>Guides</strong></td><td>Follow guidance for each stage of your review.</td><td><a href="https://docs.nested-knowledge.com/guides/">Guides</a></td></tr><tr><td><i class="fa-building">:building:</i><br><strong>Enterprise Pilot</strong></td><td>Plan your team's 30-day Enterprise pilot.</td><td><a href="/start-a-pilot-trial/enterprise-pilot.md">Enterprise Pilot</a></td></tr></tbody></table>


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