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

# Create Your Account

> Sign up for Smartbills and set up your organization

## Overview

Creating a Smartbills account takes just a few minutes. Follow the steps below to sign up, verify your email, and complete your profile so you are ready to start managing expenses.

<Note>
  **Free to start**: No credit card is required. You can begin with the free plan and upgrade at any time.
</Note>

## Account Creation Steps

<Steps>
  <Step title="Visit the Sign-Up Page">
    Open your browser and navigate to [auth.smartbills.io/sign-up](https://auth.smartbills.io/sign-up). You can also click **Get Started** from the Smartbills homepage.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter Your Email and Password">
    Fill in the registration form:

    * **Email Address**: Use your work email so your organization can easily find and invite you
    * **Password**: Must be at least 8 characters; use a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols

    You can also sign up using **Google** or **Microsoft SSO** if your company has it enabled.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Verify Your Email">
    After submitting the form, Smartbills sends a verification email to the address you provided.

    1. Open your email inbox
    2. Find the email from **[noreply@smartbills.io](mailto:noreply@smartbills.io)**
    3. Click the **Verify Email** button in the message

    <Tip>
      If you do not see the email, check your spam or junk folder. You can also click **Resend** on the sign-up page.
    </Tip>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Complete Your Profile">
    Once verified, you will be redirected to the profile setup screen. Fill in:

    * **First Name** and **Last Name**
    * **Phone Number** (optional but recommended for notifications)
    * **Profile Photo** (optional)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose Your Plan">
    Select the plan that fits your needs:

    * **Free**: For individuals or small teams getting started
    * **Pro**: Advanced features including custom approval workflows
    * **Enterprise**: Dedicated support, SSO, and advanced security

    You can change your plan at any time from **Settings > Billing**.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Check>
  Your account is now active. You will be redirected to the Smartbills dashboard where you can set up your business or join an existing one.
</Check>

## Joining via Invitation

If a colleague has already set up a business on Smartbills, they can send you an email invitation:

1. Open the invitation email
2. Click **Accept Invitation**
3. Create your account or sign in with an existing one
4. You will be added to the business automatically

<Note>
  Invitation links expire after 7 days. Ask your administrator to resend the invite if it has expired.
</Note>

## What's Next?

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Onboarding" icon="list-check" href="/guides/web-app/onboarding">
    Set up your business profile, currency, and team
  </Card>

  <Card title="Navigate the Dashboard" icon="compass" href="/guides/web-app/navigation">
    Learn your way around the Smartbills interface
  </Card>
</CardGroup>