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

# Account Setup

> Complete guide to setting up your AIBAMS account, verifying your email, and configuring your profile.

## Creating Your Account

Your AIBAMS account is the gateway to the entire Fusion Suite. Follow these steps to get set up correctly from day one.

### Step 1: Registration

1. Go to [portal.aibams.com](https://portal.aibams.com)
2. Click **Create Account** or **Sign Up**
3. Choose your sign-up method:
   * **Email & Password** — Enter your work email and create a strong password
   * **Sign in with Google** — Authenticate using your Google account (recommended for faster setup)

<Warning>
  Use your **work email address** for business accounts. This ensures proper domain alignment for MailX and team collaboration features.
</Warning>

### Step 2: Email Verification

After registering with email/password:

1. Check your inbox for an email from `noreply@aibams.com`
2. Click the **Verify Email** button in the email
3. You'll be redirected back to the portal to continue setup

<Note>
  If you don't receive the email within 2 minutes, check your spam/junk folder. You can also request a new verification email from the portal.
</Note>

### Step 3: Profile Setup

Complete your profile to personalize your AIBAMS experience:

| Field                 | Description                           | Required    |
| --------------------- | ------------------------------------- | ----------- |
| **Full Name**         | Your display name across the platform | Yes         |
| **Organization Name** | Your company or workspace name        | Yes         |
| **Job Title**         | Your role within the organization     | Optional    |
| **Phone Number**      | For account recovery and 2FA          | Recommended |
| **Profile Photo**     | Avatar shown to team members          | Optional    |

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## Securing Your Account

### Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

We strongly recommend enabling 2FA on your account:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open Security Settings">
    From the dashboard, go to **Settings → Security**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enable 2FA">
    Click **Enable Two-Factor Authentication**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Scan QR Code">
    Open an authenticator app (Google Authenticator, Authy) and scan the QR code displayed.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Save Backup Codes">
    Download and store your backup codes securely. These are required if you lose access to your authenticator app.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Warning>
  Store your backup codes in a secure password manager. If you lose access to your authenticator and backup codes, account recovery will require identity verification.
</Warning>

### Password Requirements

AIBAMS enforces strong password standards:

* Minimum **12 characters**
* At least **one uppercase letter**
* At least **one number**
* At least **one special character** (`!@#$%^&*`)
* Cannot be a previously used password

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## Managing Your Profile

Access your profile at any time from the top-right avatar menu → **Profile Settings**.

### Changing Your Email

<Warning>
  Changing your account email requires verification on both the old and new address. This is a security measure to prevent unauthorized changes.
</Warning>

1. Go to **Settings → Profile**
2. Click **Change Email**
3. Enter your new email address
4. Verify both addresses when prompted

### Linked Accounts

You can link additional authentication methods:

* **Google Account** — for one-click sign-in
* More providers coming soon

## Media Examples

Here is how you can stack images, text, and videos sequentially in your document:

### 1. Abstract Design Concept

Before setting up your account, review the core platform layout:

<img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1618005182384-a83a8bd57fbe?auto=format&fit=crop&w=800&q=80" alt="Abstract Design" className="w-full h-[350px] object-cover my-4" />

Make sure to select the correct color scheme for your organization's custom branding portal.

### 2. Platform Setup Walkthrough

Watch this quick walkthrough video to understand the step-by-step account activation flow:

<Frame caption="Platform Setup Walkthrough">
  <video autoPlay muted loop playsInline src="https://www.w3schools.com/html/mov_bbb.mp4" />
</Frame>

If you encounter any loading issues, refresh the dashboard and try again.

### 3. Server Configuration & Node Setup

Next, configure your server connectivity parameters and setup your first active node:

<img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1558494949-ef010cbdcc31?auto=format&fit=crop&w=800&q=80" alt="Servers/Network" className="w-full h-[350px] object-cover my-4" />

Your nodes will automatically sync with the cloud instance once verified.

### 4. Advanced Dashboard Analytics

You can also monitor analytics, charts, and metrics directly from your primary console:

<Frame caption="Advanced Dashboard Analytics">
  <video autoPlay muted loop playsInline src="https://www.w3schools.com/html/movie.mp4" />
</Frame>

Use the sidebar navigation to toggle between different analytics reports.

### 5. Final Workspace View

Once everything is configured, your developer dashboard workspace will look like this:

<img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1498050108023-c5249f4df085?auto=format&fit=crop&w=800&q=80" alt="Workspace" className="w-full h-[350px] object-cover my-4" />

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## Next Steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="First Steps Guide" icon="shoe-prints" href="/getting-started/first-steps">
    Explore the dashboard and deploy your first application.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Platform Overview" icon="map" href="/getting-started/platform-overview">
    Understand the full AIBAMS ecosystem.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>