Introduction
What is a Vector Store?
Think of a vector store like a super-smart filing cabinet for your documents. Instead of just storing files, it helps AI understand what's inside those files by converting words and concepts into a special language that computers can easily search and compare.
How It Works (Simple Version)
Imagine you have a giant room full of books. A traditional search would be like finding a book by its exact title. A vector store is more like having a magical librarian who understands the meaning and context of books, not just their titles.
- It converts documents into "semantic maps"
- Similar ideas are placed close together
- The AI can find information based on meaning, not just exact words
Vector Stores in Unli.ai
When creating a new workspace, you'll choose a vector store. Important: A workspace supports only one vector store, and this cannot be changed after initial setup.
We offer two options:
- Managed Vector Store
- Free for all users
- Automatic setup
- No technical configuration needed
- Learn more about Managed Vector Store
- Pinecone Vector Store
- Available on paid plans
- Bring your own advanced storage
- More customization options
- Learn more about Pinecone Vector Store
Real-World Example
Let's say you have a collection of customer support documents:
- A traditional search might miss related information
- A vector store helps your AI understand connections
- It can find relevant information even if the exact words don't match
Example Scenario
- You search for "billing issue"
- The vector store finds relevant documents about payments, invoices, and refunds
- Even if those exact words aren't in the document
Why This Matters
Vector stores help AI:
- Understand context
- Find relevant information quickly
- Provide more intelligent responses
It's like giving your AI a pair of smart glasses that can read and understand documents, not just look at them.
Ready to make your documents smarter? Choose the vector store that fits your needs and let Unli.ai's AI do the heavy lifting.