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

# Create an account for an individual or legal entity

> Create a Gcore account as an individual or legal entity using email, Google, or GitHub, with contract options for businesses.

Creating a Gcore account grants access to the [Gcore Customer Portal](https://portal.gcore.com), where Cloud, CDN, Managed DNS, and other Gcore services can be activated and used. Individuals and legal entities can sign up directly with an email address, Google, or GitHub. Legal entities that need a signed contract can also contact [Gcore Support](https://support.gcore.com/hc/en-us/requests/new), and the sales team will follow up.

## Create an account

Creating an account takes a few minutes:

**1. Open the sign-up page**

Navigate to [Gcore](https://gcore.com) and click **Sign up for free** in the top navigation.

![Gcore homepage with the Sign up for free button highlighted](https://mintcdn.com/gcore/Wt8qqAPDVACLAcdN/images/docs/account-settings/account/create-account/get-started-gcore-website-10.png?fit=max\&auto=format\&n=Wt8qqAPDVACLAcdN\&q=85\&s=e822aef1f59384287a492e8c768e015b)

**2. Create the account**

Enter an email address and password, then click **Start for free**. Alternatively, click **Google** or **GitHub** to create the account with an existing account from either provider.

![Gcore sign-up page with email, password, Google, and GitHub options](https://mintcdn.com/gcore/Wt8qqAPDVACLAcdN/images/docs/account-settings/account/create-account/create-gcore-account-20.png?fit=max\&auto=format\&n=Wt8qqAPDVACLAcdN\&q=85\&s=6800df9ac677455686891070e3853f65)

**3. Confirm the email address**

When signing up with email, a verification link is sent to the specified address. Click the link to confirm. If the email doesn't appear within a few minutes, look in the spam folder or click **resend the confirmation email**.

![Confirm email page with the resend confirmation email option](https://mintcdn.com/gcore/Wt8qqAPDVACLAcdN/images/docs/account-settings/account/create-account/confirm-email-30.png?fit=max\&auto=format\&n=Wt8qqAPDVACLAcdN\&q=85\&s=082a716f314a0072a822f566eff27685)

**4. Access the dashboard**

After confirming the email, the Gcore dashboard is available in the Customer Portal.

![Gcore Customer Portal dashboard after first login](https://mintcdn.com/gcore/Wt8qqAPDVACLAcdN/images/docs/account-settings/account/create-account/gcore-dashboard-40.png?fit=max\&auto=format\&n=Wt8qqAPDVACLAcdN\&q=85\&s=5fef713b39f86303f3eaa9c6653af0a9)

**5. Activate a product**

Select a product from the sidebar and start creating a resource. Before using the product, complete its activation flow — the exact prompt depends on the product. In Cloud, creating a first virtual instance shows a banner to click **Activate the product**.

![Activate the product banner on the Create Virtual Instance page](https://mintcdn.com/gcore/Wt8qqAPDVACLAcdN/images/docs/account-settings/account/create-account/activate-cloud-product-50.png?fit=max\&auto=format\&n=Wt8qqAPDVACLAcdN\&q=85\&s=5d0f74c4257556f2955c8b3aab0f2803)

**6. Add a payment method**

Select a payment method — **Credit or debit card**, **PayPal**, **Google Pay**, or **Apple Pay** — then enter the billing address.

![Billing information page with payment method options](https://mintcdn.com/gcore/Wt8qqAPDVACLAcdN/images/docs/account-settings/account/create-account/check-billing-info-60.png?fit=max\&auto=format\&n=Wt8qqAPDVACLAcdN\&q=85\&s=dae5ef7977f274ed432617b3b1daf6ed)

## Legal entities that need a contract

Entities that don't need a contract can complete the account creation process above to start using Gcore services.

Entities that need a contract can reach Gcore via chat or email at [support@gcore.com](mailto:support@gcore.com), and the sales department will follow up. The account creation process can still be completed to gain access to the services while the contract is being prepared.