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Overview

Creating a Smartbills account is quick and easy. You can sign up using the web application, iOS app, or Android app. This guide will walk you through the process on each platform.
Free to start: No credit card required. Start with our free plan and upgrade when you’re ready.

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Web Application

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Step 1: Navigate to the Sign-Up Page

  1. Open your web browser
  2. Go to app.smartbills.io/register
  3. You’ll see the registration form

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Step 2: Enter Your Information

Fill in the required fields:
  • Email Address: Enter your work or personal email
  • Password: Create a strong password (min. 8 characters)
  • First Name: Your first name
  • Last Name: Your last name
Use a strong password with a mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and special characters.

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Step 3: Accept Terms and Conditions

  • Review the Terms of Service
  • Review the Privacy Policy
  • Check the box to accept both

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Step 4: Complete Sign-Up

  1. Click the Create Account button
  2. You’ll receive a verification email
  3. Check your inbox for an email from Smartbills
  4. Click the verification link in the email

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Step 5: Complete Your Profile

After verifying your email:
  1. You’ll be redirected to your dashboard
  2. Complete your profile setup:
    • Add a profile photo (optional)
    • Set your timezone
    • Choose your preferred currency
    • Set your language preference
Congratulations! Your Smartbills account is now active.

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Mobile App (iOS)

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Step 1: Download the App

  1. Open the App Store on your iPhone or iPad
  2. Search for “Smartbills”
  3. Tap Get to download
  4. Install the app

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Step 2: Open the App

  1. Tap the Smartbills icon to launch the app
  2. On the welcome screen, tap Sign Up

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Step 3: Create Your Account

  1. Tap Sign up with Email
  2. Enter your email address
  3. Create a password
  4. Enter your first and last name
  5. Tap Create Account

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Step 4: Verify Your Email

  1. Check your email inbox
  2. Open the verification email from Smartbills
  3. Tap the verification link
  4. You’ll be redirected back to the app

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Step 5: Set Up Permissions

The app will request permissions for:
  • Camera: To scan receipts
  • Photo Library: To upload existing photos
  • Notifications: To receive updates
  • Location (optional): For GPS-tagged expenses
We recommend enabling all permissions for the best experience, but you can change these later in Settings.

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Mobile App (Android)

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Step 1: Download the App

  1. Open Google Play Store on your Android device
  2. Search for “Smartbills”
  3. Tap Install
  4. Wait for the app to download and install

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Step 2: Open the App

  1. Tap Open from the Play Store, or
  2. Find the Smartbills icon on your home screen
  3. Tap to launch the app

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Step 3: Create Your Account

  1. Tap Sign up with Email
  2. Enter your email address
  3. Create a strong password
  4. Enter your first and last name
  5. Tap Create Account

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Step 4: Verify Your Email

  1. Check your email on your device
  2. Open the verification email from Smartbills
  3. Tap the Verify Email button
  4. You’ll be automatically redirected to the app

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Step 5: Grant Permissions

Smartbills will request the following permissions:
  • Camera: For scanning receipts
  • Storage: To save and access photos
  • Notifications: For expense updates
  • Location (optional): To add GPS data to expenses

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Alternative Sign-Up Methods

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Sign Up with Single Sign-On (SSO)

If your company uses SSO, you can sign up with your company credentials:
  1. On the sign-up page, click Sign up with SSO
  2. Enter your company email domain
  3. You’ll be redirected to your company’s login page
  4. Authenticate with your company credentials
  5. Authorize Smartbills
  6. Complete your profile
SSO is available for Business and Enterprise plans. Contact your administrator if you need SSO enabled.

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Sign Up via Invitation

If a colleague invited you to join their business:
  1. Check your email for the invitation
  2. Click Accept Invitation in the email
  3. You’ll be taken to a pre-filled sign-up form
  4. Complete the remaining fields
  5. Create your password
  6. Click Join Business

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After Sign-Up

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What Happens Next?

  1. Welcome Email: You’ll receive a welcome email with helpful resources
  2. Tutorial: Complete the optional in-app tutorial
  3. Create a Business: Set up your first business or join an existing one
  4. Upload Your First Expense: Try scanning a receipt

Complete Your Profile

Add your profile photo and preferences

Upload an Expense

Try scanning your first receipt

Create a Business

Set up your business or department

Invite Team Members

Add your colleagues to Smartbills

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Troubleshooting

  1. Check your spam or junk folder
  2. Wait a few minutes (emails can be delayed)
  3. Click Resend Verification Email on the login page
  4. Make sure you entered the correct email address
  5. Add [email protected] to your contacts
If you still don’t receive it, contact [email protected]
This could happen if:
  • An account already exists with that email
  • Your email format is invalid
  • Your company has SSO requirements
Try:
  • Use the Forgot Password link if you already have an account
  • Check your email address for typos
  • Contact your IT department about SSO requirements
iOS:
  • Ensure iOS version 14.0 or later
  • Check available storage space
  • Restart your device
  • Update the App Store app
Android:
  • Ensure Android version 8.0 or later
  • Check available storage space
  • Clear Google Play Store cache
  • Restart your device
If you’re having trouble with SSO:
  1. Verify your email domain is registered
  2. Contact your IT administrator
  3. Try signing in with your company credentials
  4. Clear your browser cookies
  5. Contact support with your company name

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Account Security

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Tips for a Secure Account

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Use a Strong Password

  • At least 12 characters
  • Mix of upper and lowercase letters
  • Include numbers and symbols
  • Avoid common words or personal information
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Enable Two-Factor Authentication

Add an extra layer of security to your account. Learn how
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Keep Email Secure

Your email is the key to your account. Use a strong password for your email too.
4

Review Login Activity

Regularly check your login history in account settings

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Next Steps

Login to Your Account

Learn how to access your account

Update Your Profile

Customize your account settings

Enable 2FA

Secure your account with 2FA

Upload Your First Expense

Start tracking expenses

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