Changelog

Unriddle is now Anara, improved citations and new settings

We changed our name from Unriddle to Anara. You can read more about why we made the change here. As part of this transition we updated our branding, domain (now anara.com) and support email (now support@anara.com).

All existing subscriptions under the Unriddle brand automatically move across to Anara and our previous web pages all automatically forward to anara.com. There’s nothing you need to do on your side. Reach out if you run into any issues.

We launched a Slack community too. Join here to chat with our team, connect with other researchers around the world, and help us build a tool that enables you to do your best work.

Improvements

• Improved citation handling in notes with customizable inline reference styles. You can now choose between numeric formatting (e.g., "[12]") and author-year format (e.g., "Hawkins, 2023"), with support for various citation styles including formats like Leah et al. 2025.
• Revamped our settings menu. It now includes dedicated subpages for Account and Preferences, with new options to clear cookies, manage account deletion, toggle on and off auto-rename on import, and toggle on and off the artifacts feature (notes and flashcards in chat).
• You can now open cited documents in a new tab by right-clicking or Command-clicking on a response citation.
• When you hover a citation in a response, you now see a small preview of the cited content. For chats with multiple documents, this new component also includes the title of the cited document.
• Switched our default model from Claude 3.5 to Gemini Flash 2.0, which enabled us to increase the free user word limit to 1,000 per day.
• Made even more improvements to our audio recording features, including better transcript formatting, speaker identification, resolved various playback issues, improved mobile interface and resolved Chrome browser recording indicator bugs.
• Previously, when renaming a file in Anara, the name wouldn't update in other locations until the page refreshed. Now all places where the name appears update automatically as you type.

Fixes

• Resolved a bug where default nuclear fission research paper were not being added to new user libraries.
• Resolved a bug where Gemini’s model safety features were incorrectly blocking legitimate research-related queries.
• Fixed an issue where nested groups would unexpectedly separate when dragged and dropped into other groups

A new way to chat with Anara

Since our last update, we introduced an entirely new way to chat with Anara. You can now create chats without having to import a file. Responses are drawn from the context of all files in your library so you can quickly understand and find information across everything you read and write about on Anara.

By default you’re interacting with your library but you can change the “Knowledge” using the knowledge dropdown at the bottom of the chat input. Choose from “Library”, “General knowledge” and “User guide” depending on your query.

This update also comes with a new “Chat” file type. When you create a chat using the methods outlined above, the new chat appears in your sidebar so you can easily come back to it in the future.

Improvements

• Multiple improvements to flashcard and note generation, including increased flashcard count limits and better visual indicators during content creation.
• Chat input drafts are now automatically saved when switching between files, allowing you to easily return to your prompts later.
• Updated video timestamp formatting in chat responses to use sequential numbering, matching our recent change to page reference numbers.
• Added new notification component for feature announcements and important updates.
• Redesigned free user usage component in sidebar to take up less space while still showing limits.
• Added margin spacing above reference highlights to ensure text appears centered when navigating to document references.
• Updated our paywalls to include pricing plan options directly within the app, eliminating the need to visit a separate pricing page.
• Improved chat loading with a new animated loader and clearer "Reasoning" status indicator.
• We now save draft messages in the chat input so you can switch between files without losing draft prompts.

Fixes

• Fixed LaTeX rendering in the chat messages that was causing formatting issues with mathematical content.
• Fixed loading issues for chats with many messages by implementing progressive message loading when scrolling up.
• Fixed issue where long URLs weren't wrapping properly in chat, causing horizontal scrolling.
• Fixed intermittent app freezing issues that previously required refreshing the page.

Generate notes and flashcards, referral program, response improvements and more

We gave Anara the ability to generate components based on your request. For now, this means you can create flashcards and notes directly through the chat! When viewing a file or group, simply ask Anara to generate research materials from that content. Try "Generate flashcards to help me understand chapter 6" or "Create summary notes for this article."

This update also includes a new referral program. You can now earn $10 cash just by referring a friend to Anara. You get $10 cash, they get a $10 discount. If you know anyone who wants to save time on their research work or studies - now’s a great time to invite them.

And we made a pretty significant change to how our AI constructs responses when drawing from a source file. This update improves the accuracy and comprehensiveness of AI-generated content across all “chat with” features (e.g. chat with document, chat with video). It went live on Feb 13 - you should notice a much better response quality since then.

Improvements

• Added support for Gemini Flash 2.0, Google's latest and most powerful model, for all paying users.
• We modified how in-text references in chat messages are displayed. Previously, reference numbers indicated the source page number. Now, references are numbered sequentially within each response (1, 2, 3, etc.), similar to in-text citations. The functionality remains the same - clicking a reference number will still scroll you to the corresponding section.
• Wrote a new onboarding guide detailing information on how to get started with Anara. Users who signed up after Feb 16 will see the new guide in their libraries.
• Made various improvements to our audio recording features, including much improved audio transcription quality and reliability.
• Added Venmo support for referral program payouts. Initially, we launched this feature with just PayPal payout support.
• Launched a new automated email series for new users with helpful tips and guides for getting the most out of Anara. You can easily opt out by clicking "Unsubscribe" in any email.

Fixes

• Fixed a bug that prevented the language selector menu from scrolling properly.
• Fixed an issue where the delete link accessed via support wasn't functioning properly.
• Fixed an issue where some audio files failed to import properly
• Fixed an issue where audio recordings longer than 30 minutes could cause the app to crash.
• Fixed an issue where flashcards were being generated when the request was actually for a list of practice questions.
• Fixed an issue where some users were unable to upload images due to a file format validation error.
• Fixed an issue where results in the "Find citations..." menu weren't not loading in some cases.

Attachments, audio imports, DeepSeek and a new user guide.

We've added image attachment support to chat conversations - simply drag and drop images or click the paperclip icon to include them as part of your message. This includes an improvement to excerpt attachments, enabling support for multiple excerpts simultaneously. Both image and excerpt attachments can be easily removed by clicking the 'x' icon that appears on hover.

We added support for the DeepSeek R1 reasoning model with expandable reasoning steps displayed in the chat message thread.

In addition to being able to record audio with Anara, you can now import audio files (mp3, wav). Simply follow the same import process you use for PDFs, images, and other file types.

And we released a comprehensive user guide with detailed documentation on how to use Anara and all its features, making it easier to discover and learn how to get the most out of the platform.

Improvements

• Added ‘Brainrot’ button for users visiting from our ‘brainrot’ generator app that we made for fun last week.
• Improved audio recording features with faster processing time, better reliability, quality, and user experience.
• Updated our pricing page to provide clearer guidance on plan features and inclusions.
• Redesigned chat input and chat message thread with improved text input, cleaner message threads, and better handling of long prompts.
• Made significant improvements to mobile experience including better onboarding flow, improved sidebar behavior, and fixed various UI issues for smoother mobile usage.
• Improved knowledge web and related sidebar with better performance, automatic background connection checks, and expanded support beyond just notes and documents to all file types in user's library.
• Moved settings storage from local to database, meaning that your settings now stay the same across all your devices and browsers.
• Improved group creation by auto-focusing the rename input field when creating a new group.
• The 'breakdown' quick action at the top of new chats now recognizes the type of file being viewed and tailors its analysis accordingly. For example, it provides different breakdowns for research papers versus lecture videos.
• Added ability to rename files from the top navigation bar.

Fixes

• Resolved an issue where system instructions marked with bracket symbols were sometimes included in chat responses.
• Fixed a bug where unwanted "thank you" messages appeared during silent periods in audio recordings.
• Fixed an issue with YouTube video imports getting stuck in an infinite loading state and improved video handling.
• Fixed loader flashing issues throughout the app and implemented a new animated logo loader that shows on refresh.
• Fixed an issue where the Library citation search in the actions menu wasn't loading properly, preventing you from citing content from yout library.
• Fixed an issue where chat would automatically scroll to the bottom on import, which was hiding the auto-summary at the top of the chat thread.

Dark mode, higher usage limits and new marketing pages

Anara now includes dark mode support, including the PDF viewer! This means when you switch to dark mode, both the main interface and any PDF documents you’re viewing will adapt to the darker theme. Just click your Library name in the top left corner, head to Theme, and choose between Light, Dark, or System settings.

We significantly increased our free usage limits. Free users can now use Anara for up to 250 words, 5 imports, and 1 audio recording per day. This is a substantial increase from our previous limits of 10 messages and 5 imports per month, giving you more flexibility to try Anara without paying. If you hit this limit, we’ll politely ask you to upgrade to a paid plan.

We refreshed our landing page with a new design showcasing our core features more clearly and highlighting some of our latest updates to the platform. We also launched this Changelog page to keep you updated on new features, improvements, and fixes to Anara. Plus, we added a new FAQ page that answers our most commonly asked questions.

Improvements

• After importing a file, you’ll now automatically be redirected to that file. If you’re importing multiple items at once, we'll take you to the one that loads first
• We improved Claude's formatting of lists and other markdown elements to make them cleaner and more organized
• When you share an Anara link, your file's title now appears in a nice preview card on social media and messaging apps
• We no longer display imported websites in their original form. Instead, we extract and display the text content only. This change addresses issues with popups, paywalls, and other disruptive elements that were appearing on imported sites
• If you're already logged in and visit anara.com, you'll now automatically be redirected to the app homepage instead of our landing page. That's one less click to getting things done
• Significantly improved the quality of summaries that automatically appear next to imported files

Fixes

• Fixed a bug that caused the account menu in the top left corner to flicker when clicked
• Fixed a bug where clicking 'Delete' with multiple items selected would only delete the item whose menu was expanded Now clicking delete removes all selected items
• Fixed a bug where selecting text and clicking the "Chat" button in the text editor failed to add the selected text to the chat
• Fixed a bug where some PDFs imported using the anara.com/ URL prefix were not displaying properly

Introducing Record and Chat with Audio

We added a brand new Anara file type and section of our app - record and chat with audio. Just hit record, and we'll transcribe everything that's said. You can ask questions to clarify anything mentioned during recording or get a conversation summary after recording. You can even ask questions while the recording is still in progress.

We've completely revamped how AI actions work when you have a note open alongside a document or video. Previously, AI generations worked independently of the content you were viewing. Now, they're created with full context of what you're looking at. For example, if you're reading a paper on quantum computing, you can generate notes about specific sections and concepts directly from that paper.

Improvements

• Added improved text navigation controls for PDF viewing, making it easier to move between pages and sections of documents
• Added keyboard support for left sidebar selection. Hold shift and click on items you’d like to select.
• Enhanced accuracy of group responses to better handle complex queries and provide more relevant information
• Improved accuracy of questions about specific pages on chats with singular documents by retrieving pages directly
• Enhanced search functionality in PDF viewer with improved input handling and results display

Fixes

• Fixed an issue where billing options weren't processing correctly for some subscription changes
• Improved toast notification clarity when updating display names
• Fixed document auto-renaming functionality when importing from arXiv links
• Resolved a bug with citation handling when adding multiple sources to a document
• Fixed search functionality to properly display groups in the search menu on New page
• Addressed a browser compatibility issue affecting users with automatic page translation enabled
• Fixed a bug where language preference settings were not consistently applied
• Resolved several navigation issues in search functionality
• Fixed chat message display to properly handle long links without horizontal scrolling
• Resolved an issue with deleted document handling
• Improved upload limit enforcement for free tier accounts
• Added proper navigation handling when deleting currently open items
• Improved animation consistency when switching between right sidebar panes

Chat sharing and easier research paper importing

You can now share your conversations with other users who’ll be able to view and continue the discussion for easy collaboration.

It’s now possible to import research papers via arXiv link either directly inside the app or by adding anara.com/ in front of the url your address bar. The PDF document is automatically fetched and added to your library for your convenience.

Improvements

• Swapped multi-query generation to Llama 3.1 on the backend to improve query generation and ultimately improve chat response quality.
• Improved group chat functionality with better multi-source handling and optimized document information retrieval and storage
• Chat with selection excerpts now persist when switching between documents, allowing you to seamlessly continue conversations about specific content across different files.
• We now automatically remove the page reference numbers when copying chat responses and pasting into the text editor.
• Added documentation for Lector, our open source PDF viewer.
• Removed the short delay when deleting items from the left sidebar.

Fixes

• Fixed a bug Ask AI search messages were not using up credits for free users. It now costs one credit to use the Ask AI in the search menu.
• Fixed an issue where YouTube videos with invalid URL parameters (such as malformed timestamps or unsupported query strings) can now be imported successfully.

Lector, our open-source PDF viewer

Rebuilt the PDF viewer from the ground up for significantly improved performance and reduced resource usage. This includes a new keyword search interface with much improved results highlighting.

You can now import hosted PDFs and YouTube videos by adding “anara.com” in front of URLs. For example visiting anara.comhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VFwCGECvq4I will import this video into your library.

We added an empty state view to the chat window, displaying a summary of the item in view along with suggested prompts to get a conversation started.

Improvements

• Overhauled our text editor indexing to improve response accuracy when chatting with Notes.
• Website items now get automatically renamed to the title of the website being imported.

Fixes

• PDFs imported via URL now display correctly in the UI.
• Fixed a bug where, on importing youtube videos, shortened link versions or links with timestamps were not accepted.
• Resolved an issue where the chat was sending multiple duplicate messages at once.
• Fixed a bug where, in some rare cases, groups of documents were not showing in the left sidebar, only in the graph.
• Document deletion now works properly for items that haven't completed processing.
• Fixed a bug where document highlights were incorrectly persisted when switching between items in a group.
• Restored functionality for ++ operations in the text editor when working with Notes in the sideview.
• Fixed a bug where drag and dropping documents into an empty group was not working in some cases.
• Improved page reference buttons to properly navigate to relevant content.
• Users are now correctly redirected after deleting a chat view.
• Improved scrolling behavior for website imports.

Metadata sidebar and UX changes

Introduced a new right sidebar that automatically displays key information for books, videos, and research papers in your library, including document summaries, authors, and publication dates.

Added duplicate and delete options, plus word and character count indicators, to the Note menu.

Implemented nested Groups functionality, allowing Groups to be organized hierarchically. Each nested Group maintains its own isolated chat context, while parent Groups retain access to all items within their hierarchy.

Improvements

• Added Chat and Note toggle buttons to the app’s top navigation, allowing you to hide and show the Chat and Note Sideview panes.
• Updated the navigation buttons in the Note Sideview for much improved UX.
• Switched to a more reliable and efficient vector database system to improve app performance and reduce downtime. This has significantly improved stability and response times across all features.
• Rebuilt the Search menu - you can now search your library based on exact match, approximate match and natural language query via a language model.
• Overhauled our billing logic to reduce bugs relating to subscriptions and payments.
• It’s now possible to open a sidebar item in a new browser tab by right clicking or holding CMD/CTRL and clicking.
• Added URL validation to website import for better UX.
• Improved text generation in Note with better completion handling, text highlighting and action menu responses. This includes improved rewriting capabilities and fixes a bug where language preferences were not properly maintained (previously defaulting to English)

Fixes

• Fixed a bug where chat pane was hiding automatically when switching between a Note and a Document.
• Fixed a bug where loading indicator in chat would flash appear in the wrong position in Chat.

Video support and group improvements

You can now import and chat with YouTube videos and uploaded MP4 files. This includes timestamp referencing so you can easily skip to relevant parts of the video.

Improvements

• Moved the language selector from settings into the Chat input and added a search dropdown so it’s easier to choose a language.
• Group page references in Chat now appear inline with the responses, similar to how they work when interacting with a single source.
• Added MP4 filetype support to the site-wide drag and drop import functionality.
• Rebuilt pane window resizing for more performant smoother resizing.
• Vast improvement to Group answers. Our language models now have a much better idea of what information came from which document.

Fixes

• Fixed a bug where code blocks were being incorrectly formatted in Markdown. Inline code snippets were being treated as code blocks.