> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.braidpay.com/braidpay/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.braidpay.com/braidpay/set-up-braidpay/quickstart.md).
# Creating an Account
***
{% hint style="info" %}
Sign-up Via Email
{% endhint %}
**Step 1: Access The BraidPay Sign-Up Page**
* Navigate to the [BraidPay](https://app.braidpay.com/) sign-in page.
**Step 2: Enter Your Email Address**
* You will be prompted to enter your email address in the designated field.
* Once you've entered your email, click on the **Continue** button to proceed.
**Step 3: Authentication Code**
* After entering your email, you'll receive an authentication code in your inbox.
* Enter the 6-digit authentication code in the field provided.
* Click **Continue** to complete the authentication process.
*If you don't receive the code, check your spam/junk folder or try again.*
***
{% hint style="info" %}
Sign-Up Via Phone Number
{% endhint %}
**Step 1: Access The BraidPay Sign-Up Page**
* Navigate to the [BraidPay](https://app.braidpay.com/) sign-in page.
**Step 2: Enter Your Phone Number**
* Select the option to sign up using your phone number.
* Enter your phone number in the designated field.
**Step 3: Receive and Enter Authentication Code**
* After entering your phone number, you'll receive an authentication code via SMS.
* Enter the 6-digit authentication code in the field provided.
* Click **Verify** to complete the sign-up process.
*If you don’t receive the code, try again and ensure that your phone number is entered correctly.*
***
{% hint style="info" %}
Sign-Up With Google Sign-In
{% endhint %}
**Step 1: Access The BraidPay Sign-Up Page**
* Navigate to the [BraidPay](https://app.braidpay.com/) sign-in page.
**Step 2: Select Google Sign-In**
* On the sign-up page, click the **Sign-in with Google** option.
**Step 3: Choose Your Google Account**
* A pop-up window will appear asking you to select or log in to your Google account.
* Choose the Google account you want to use for BraidPay, or log in if you’re not already signed in.
**Step 4: Grant Permissions**
* Google will prompt you to grant BraidPay permission to access basic information from your account.
* Click **Allow** to proceed.
***
{% hint style="info" %}
Sign Up Via Farcaster
{% endhint %}
**Step 1: Access The BraidPay Sign-Up Page**
* Navigate to the [BraidPay](https://app.braidpay.com/) sign-in page.
**Step 2: Select Farcaster Sign-In**
* On the sign-up page, click the **Sign-in with Farcaster** option.
**Step 3: Scan the QR Code**
* A pop-up with a QR code will appear on your screen.
* Open the Farcaster app on your mobile device and scan the QR code to authenticate.
**Step 4: Connect Your Farcaster Account**
* Once the QR code is scanned, your Farcaster account will connect to BraidPay automatically.
* You can also copy the QR URI if you prefer to use that instead.
Once your account is created, you will be able to access the BraidPay dashboard, set up your wallet, and begin accepting your payments.