> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.stackref.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.stackref.com/getting-started/creating-your-account.md).

# Creating Your Account

When visiting the StackRef Dashboard for the first time, you will be presented with the following login prompt:

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Click the **Log In** button. This will pop-up an authentication window:

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You can choose a single sign-on option (Google, etc.), automatically creating a StackRef account and syncing with your StackRef profile. Alternatively, you can create an account within the StackRef platform by clicking on the **Sign up** link at the bottom of the authentication window.

Upon successful login, you will be prompted to enter your registration details:

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Complete the registration form and click **Complete Registration**.
