Merge branch 'master' into rebrand2

Author: ArnobKumarSaha

docs/platform/guides/cluster-management/add-cluster/import-rancher-cluster.md

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 # Adding a Rancher Managed Cluster to Platform Console
 
-Adding a `Rancher-Managed` cluster to the Platform Console involves a slightly different process. In order to import a `Rancher-Managed` cluster to the Platform Console, you need to create a Rancher Managed Organization and a Rancher Type Credential.
+Importing a `Rancher-Managed` cluster requires a Rancher Type Credential and a Rancher Managed Organization.
 
 ## Create Rancher Type Credential
 
-To create a Rancher type credential, refer to the [Credentials Management Documentation](../../account-management/kubernetes/credentials.md#rancher) and follow the instructions to add a new credential of type "Rancher."
+Add a credential of type "Rancher" — see [Credentials Management](../../account-management/kubernetes/credentials.md#rancher).
 
 ## Create a Rancher Managed Organization
 
-Unlike personal accounts, Rancher clusters are associated with Rancher Managed organizations. Follow the [Create a New Organization](../../account-management/orgs-members.md#create-a-new-organization) documentation with the following additional steps:
+Rancher clusters belong to Rancher Managed organizations, not personal accounts. Follow [Create a New Organization](../../account-management/orgs-members.md#create-a-new-organization) with these settings:
 
-1. Choose the organization's Origin as `Rancher Managed`.
-2. Provide the Rancher `API Endpoint`, which you can find under the `Account & API Keys` page.
-3. Click `Create` to complete the organization creation process.
+1. Set the organization's Origin to `Rancher Managed`.
+2. Provide the Rancher `API Endpoint` (found on the `Account & API Keys` page).
+3. Click `Create`.
 
 ## Import the Cluster
 
-Before importing a Rancher Managed cluster into the Platform Console, you must switch to the Rancher organization. Follow these steps:
-
-1. Go to [AppsCode Console](https://console.appscode.com).
-2. Click on the Profile Icon or username.
-3. Choose `Switch Account`.
-4. Select your Rancher organization.
-
-Once you are in the Rancher organization, follow the standard cluster import process outlined in the [Import Vendor Managed Clusters](import-vendor-managed.md) documentation.
+1. Switch to the Rancher organization: in the [AppsCode Console](https://console.appscode.com), click your profile, choose `Switch Account`, and select the Rancher organization.
+2. Follow the standard import process in [Import Vendor Managed Clusters](import-vendor-managed.md).

docs/platform/guides/cluster-management/add-cluster/import-vendor-managed.md

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 # Adding a Vendor-Managed Cluster to Platform Console
 
-Enhance your platform experience by seamlessly connecting your vendor-managed Kubernetes cluster to the [Platform Console](https://console.appscode.com/). Follow these step-by-step instructions:
-
-1. Visit [Platform Console](https://console.appscode.com/).
-2. Click on the `Add Cluster` button.
+1. Go to the [Platform Console](https://console.appscode.com/) and click `Add Cluster`.
 
 ### Choose Provider
 
-3. From the `Vendor Managed` section, select the provider hosting your Kubernetes cluster.
+2. In the `Vendor Managed` section, select the provider hosting your cluster.
 
 ### Select Credential
 
-4. Choose a credential with the necessary permissions for accessing and importing the cluster. If you don't have a credential, create one by clicking the `+Create Credential` button [here](../../account-management/kubernetes/credentials.html).
-5. Select the created credential and click `Next`.
+3. Choose a credential with permission to access and import the cluster, then click `Next`. To create one, use the `+Create Credential` button (see [Credentials](../../account-management/kubernetes/credentials.html)).
 
 ### Select Cluster
 
-6. This step varies based on your provider:
-   - For `Linode` or `Digital Ocean`, directly select the cluster.
-   - For `AKS`, `EKS`, and `GKE`:
-      - Choose the appropriate `Resource Group`, `Region`, or `Project` where the cluster resides.
-      - Select the specific cluster for import.
-
-### Customize Feature and Import
-
-7. Complete the process by clicking `Import` to bring the selected cluster into the Platform Console.
+4. Selection depends on the provider:
+   - `Linode` / `Digital Ocean`: select the cluster directly.
+   - `AKS` / `EKS` / `GKE`: choose the `Resource Group`, `Region`, or `Project`, then select the cluster.
 
-### Explore
-8. Once imported, explore the cluster's details and capabilities within the dashboard.
+### Customize Features and Import
 
-By following these steps, you'll seamlessly integrate your vendor-managed Kubernetes cluster, unlocking its full potential within the platform. Feel free to refer back to this tutorial for guidance.
+5. Click `Import` to bring the cluster into the Platform Console, then explore it in the dashboard.

docs/platform/guides/cluster-management/add-cluster/overview.md

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 # Adding a Cluster to Platform Console
 
-Integrating your Kubernetes cluster, whether it's vendor-managed or self-managed, into the platform console is a simple process that elevates your cluster management experience.
+Adding a Kubernetes cluster to the Platform Console takes two steps:
 
-The procedure consists of two primary steps:
+## Step 1: Select the Cluster
 
-## Step 1: Cluster Selection
+- **Vendor-Managed:** [Import Vendor Managed Clusters](import-vendor-managed.md)
+- **Rancher-Managed:** [Import Rancher Managed Clusters](import-rancher-cluster.md)
+- **Self-Managed:** [Import Self-Managed Clusters](self-managed/import-self-managed.md)
 
-#### For Vendor-Managed Clusters
+## Step 2: Customize Features
 
-To include Vendor-Managed clusters in the platform console, follow the steps outlined in [Import Vendor Managed Clusters](import-vendor-managed.md).
-
-For Rancher Managed cluster, refer to [Import Rancher Managed Clusters](import-rancher-cluster.md) documentation.
-
-#### For Self-Managed Clusters
-
-If you have a self-managed Kubernetes cluster, refer to [Import Self-Managed Clusters](self-managed/import-self-managed.md) for detailed instructions on adding it to the platform console.
-
-## Step 2: Feature Customization
-
-Following the successful addition of your cluster, the next step involves customizing features to be installed during the cluster import process into our system. This ensures a seamless integration and optimizes the functionality of your cluster within the platform.
-
-Explore your cluster further and leverage the full capabilities of the platform console.
-
-Feel free to refer to the comprehensive documents linked above for a detailed walkthrough of each step in the process.
+Choose the features to install during import. The selected features are deployed into the cluster as part of the import process.

docs/platform/guides/cluster-management/add-cluster/self-managed/import-private.md

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 # Adding a Private Self-Managed Cluster to Platform Console
 
-Optimize your platform experience by seamlessly connecting your private or air-gapped self-managed Kubernetes cluster to the Platform Console. Follow these detailed steps for a smooth integration process:
+1. Go to the [Platform Console](https://console.appscode.com/) and click `Add Cluster`.
 
-1. Navigate to the [Platform Console](https://console.appscode.com/).
-2. Click on the `Add Cluster` button to initiate the integration.
+### Select Cluster Type
 
-### Cluster Type Selection - Private
-
-3. From the `Self Managed` section, choose the option for a private or air-gapped cluster.
+2. In the `Self Managed` section, choose the private/air-gapped cluster option.
 
 ### Provide Kubeconfig and Get Import Link
 
-4. Provide the kubeconfig for your private Kubernetes cluster. Click `Get Import Link` button and you will get two commands. Execute either of these commands in your Kubernetes cluster.
+3. Provide the kubeconfig for your cluster and click `Get Import Link`. Run either of the two returned commands inside your cluster.
 
-### Feature Customization
+### Customize Features
 
-5. After completion, the UI will automatically transition to the feature customization step, optimizing your cluster's capabilities within the platform.
+4. The UI then moves to the feature customization step.
 
 ### Explore
 
-6. Once imported, explore the cluster's details and capabilities within the Platform Console.
-
-By following these steps, you'll seamlessly integrate your private or air-gapped self-managed Kubernetes cluster, unlocking its full potential within the platform. Feel free to refer back to this tutorial for guidance.
+5. Once imported, explore the cluster in the Platform Console.
 

docs/platform/guides/cluster-management/add-cluster/self-managed/import-public.md

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 # Adding a Public Self-Managed Cluster to Platform Console
 
-Elevate your Kubernetes cluster management with Platform Console by seamlessly integrating your public self-managed Kubernetes cluster. Follow these detailed steps for a smooth integration process:
+1. Go to the [Platform Console](https://console.appscode.com/) and click `Add Cluster`.
 
-1. Navigate to the [Platform Console](https://console.appscode.com/).
-2. Click on the `Add Cluster` button to initiate the integration.
+### Select Cluster Type
 
-### Cluster Type Selection - Public
+2. In the `Self Managed` section, choose the public cluster option.
 
-3. From the `Self Managed` section, choose the option for a public cluster.
+### Provide Kubeconfig
 
-### Provide Public Kubeconfig
+3. Provide the kubeconfig for your cluster.
 
-4. Provide the public kubeconfig for your Kubernetes cluster. This file contains essential information for establishing a connection between your cluster and the Platform Console.
+### Customize Features
 
-### Feature Customization
-
-5. Proceed seamlessly to the feature customization step, enhancing your cluster's capabilities within the platform.
+4. Proceed to the feature customization step.
 
 ### Explore
 
-6. Once imported, explore the cluster's details and capabilities within the Platform Console.
-
-By following these steps, you'll effortlessly integrate your public self-managed Kubernetes cluster, unlocking its full potential within the platform. Feel free to refer back to this tutorial for guidance.
+5. Once imported, explore the cluster in the Platform Console.
 

docs/platform/guides/cluster-management/add-cluster/self-managed/import-self-managed.md

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 # Adding a Self-Managed Cluster to Platform Console
 
-If you possess a kubeconfig for either a public Kubernetes cluster or an air-gapped cluster, categorically referred to as self-managed clusters, here are the guides to seamlessly import these clusters into the Platform Console:
+A self-managed cluster is any cluster you have a kubeconfig for — public or air-gapped. Use the guides below to import it into the Platform Console:
 
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   <a href="./import-public.html" class="single-card">

docs/platform/guides/cluster-management/cluster-features.md

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 # Manage Feature Sets
 
-**Feature Sets** are groups of AppsCode product capabilities that you can install or remove on any connected cluster. This page walks you through all 18 available Feature Sets and shows a step-by-step enable flow for the two most commonly used ones: **Backup & Recovery** and **Databases**.
+**Feature Sets** are groups of AppsCode product capabilities that you can install or remove on any connected cluster. This page covers all 19 available Feature Sets and shows the enable flow for two common ones: **Backup & Recovery** and **Databases**.
+
+> For a per-feature breakdown of every Feature Set — what each feature does, why you'd enable it, and its prerequisites — see the [Feature Set Reference](feature-reference.md).
 
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@@ -87,7 +89,7 @@ Fill in all required fields and click **Preview** to advance.
 
 The modal advances to the **Values Preview** step:
 
-- The **left panel** lists each generated Helm release file (e.g., `helm_release_kubestash.yaml`, `helm_release_stash_presets.yaml`)
+- The **left panel** lists each generated Helm release file (e.g., `kubestash.yaml`, `stash_presets.yaml`)
 - The **right panel** shows the full YAML values for the selected file
 - Switch between **Edit** and **Preview Changes** tabs to review or compare against defaults
 - Click **Compare default values** to diff against the out-of-the-box configuration
@@ -148,9 +150,9 @@ Select your required database types and click **Preview**.
 ### Step 3 — Review the Generated Helm Values
 
 The modal advances to the YAML values preview. Three Helm release files are listed on the left:
-- `helm_release_kubedb.yaml`
-- `helm_release_kubedb_opscenter.yaml`
-- `helm_release_kubedb_ui_presets.yaml`
+- `kubedb.yaml`
+- `kubedb_opscenter.yaml`
+- `kubedb_ui_presets.yaml`
 
 The YAML editor on the right shows the `featureGates` configuration — each selected database type is set to `true`, others to `false`. Use **Edit / Preview Changes** tabs to review, then click **Deploy**.
 

docs/platform/guides/cluster-management/cluster-helm-charts.md

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 # Manage Helm Charts in Platform Console
 
-Platform Console offers a robust Helm Chart Management feature, allowing users to effortlessly manage Helm releases within their Kubernetes clusters. This functionality streamlines the installation of new charts, interaction with existing releases, and provides an overall intuitive interface for Helm chart management.
+Platform Console's Helm Chart Management lets you manage Helm releases within your Kubernetes clusters — installing new charts, modifying existing releases, and rolling back versions from the UI.
 
 ## Accessing Helm Chart Management
 
@@ -26,21 +26,11 @@ To navigate to the Helm Chart Management page:
 
 ### Install New Charts
 
-Installing new Helm charts is a straightforward process:
-
 1. **Choose Chart Source:** Select a chart source from publicly available URLs or provide a custom URL.
 2. **Select Chart and Version:** Browse and choose the desired chart and version.
 3. **Customize Installation:** Provide a custom release name, namespace, and specify a custom values file during installation.
 
 ### Interact with Existing Releases
 
-Efficiently manage existing Helm releases:
-
 - **Modify Releases:** Adjust existing Helm releases based on evolving requirements.
-- **Rollback to Previous Versions:** Easily revert to previous versions of Helm releases if needed.
-
-### User-Friendly Interface
-
-The Helm Chart Management page in the Platform Console ensures an intuitive and user-friendly interface. This allows users to manage Helm releases seamlessly, minimizing the reliance on complex Helm CLI commands.
-
-Explore the power of Helm chart management within the Platform Console and enhance your Kubernetes experience.
+- **Rollback to Previous Versions:** Revert to previous versions of Helm releases if needed.

docs/platform/guides/cluster-management/cluster-sidebar.md

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 # Customize the Cluster Sidebar
 
-The **Cluster Sidebar** is your primary navigation panel inside a connected cluster. By default, it shows a curated set of Kubernetes workloads and AppsCode custom resources. The **Sidebar Settings** page lets you fully customize which menu items appear, so you can tailor the experience to your team's needs.
+The **Cluster Sidebar** is the navigation panel inside a connected cluster. By default it shows a set of Kubernetes workloads and AppsCode custom resources. The **Sidebar Settings** page lets you customize which menu items appear.
 
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@@ -59,7 +59,7 @@ For example, typing `cert` instantly filters the list and highlights all matches
 
 ## Step 4 — Add or Rearrange Items (Drag & Drop)
 
-To add a resource to your sidebar, simply **drag** it from the **All Available Menus** panel on the left and **drop** it into the **Updated List** panel on the right at the position you prefer.
+To add a resource to your sidebar, **drag** it from the **All Available Menus** panel on the left and **drop** it into the **Updated List** panel on the right at the position you prefer.
 
 In the example below, the user is dragging **Appscode K8s Management → ProjectQuota** into the current sidebar layout. You can see it appearing as a floating drag indicator (`⠿`) in the left panel.
 

docs/platform/guides/cluster-management/cluster-upgrade.md

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 ## Overview
 
-This guide walks through upgrading a **KubeDB Platform** deployment
-across all cluster tiers, the base management cluster, the KubeDB Platform cluster, general imported
-clusters, and spoke clusters. The example below upgrades from release `2025.5.16` to
-`2025.6.x`.
+Upgrade a **KubeDB Platform** deployment across all cluster tiers: the base management cluster, the KubeDB Platform cluster, general imported clusters, and spoke clusters. The example below upgrades from release `2025.5.16` to `2025.6.x`.
 
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