# Sign up

## Authentication

This guide explains how to authenticate and manage your account in our web application.

### Signing Up

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To create a new account:

1. Navigate to the signup page by clicking "Sign up for free" on the login screen
2. Enter your email address in the provided field
3. Create a password that meets the following requirements:
   * Must be at least 12 characters long
4. Read and accept the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy by checking the checkbox
5. Click "Create my account" to complete the registration process
6. Check your email for a 6-digit verification code
7. Enter the code in the verification screen
8. Click "Verify" to confirm your email address

If you don't receive the code or it expires, click "Resend code" to get a new one.

### Logging In

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To access your existing account:

1. Navigate to the login page
2. Enter your registered email address
3. Enter your password
4. Click the "Login" button to access your account

The system will validate your credentials and grant access to your account upon successful authentication.

### Password Recovery

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If you forget your password:

1. Click the "Forgot password?" link on the login screen
2. Enter the email address associated with your account
3. Click "Submit"
4. Check your email for password reset instructions

### Security Best Practices

* Never share your password with others
* Use a unique, strong password


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