> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.arcweather.cloud/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Welcome to ArcWeather

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      The ArcWeather Platform handles everything for you, from data processing to alerting to user experience.
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      The ArcWeather API is designed for developers who want full control and customization.
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      ArcAI is a weather-focused MCP server that provides AI assistants with real-time meteorological data and advanced storm-tracking analytics.
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## Key Differences

| Feature                | Platform                     | API                      |
| :--------------------- | :--------------------------- | :----------------------- |
| Setup                  | Ready to use                 | Requires development     |
| Dashboard              | Built-in                     | You build it             |
| Alerts & Notifications | Included                     | You implement            |
| Data Access            | Abstracted                   | Raw data                 |
| Customization          | Limited to platform features | Fully customizable       |
| Use Case               | Teams, organizations         | Developers, integrations |