> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://verbatim-ai.gitbook.io/docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://verbatim-ai.gitbook.io/docs/getting-started.md).

# Getting started

Creating your account takes about **three minutes**. Your registration automatically activates a **free 3-month trial** — no commitment, and you can cancel at any time.

> ℹ️ Keep in mind: **3 months · Free trial · No commitment.**

## Create your account

Registration is a short, guided flow in four steps.

### 1️⃣ Your email ✍️

Your account is linked to your email address. Enter the email you want to use for your Verbatim AI account. We'll send a verification code to that address.

> 🔐 Your email is used only to manage your account. It is never shared.

### 2️⃣ Verify your email

Open your inbox and look for the message titled **"Your verification code"** from **Verbatim AI**. It contains a **four-digit code** — type it into the form to confirm your address.

**Didn't get the code?**

* Check your **Notifications** and **Spam** folders — the email may have been filtered.
* Deleted it by mistake? Click **Resend code** to receive a new one.

### 3️⃣ Your information

Provide your **name** — it becomes the primary information on your profile. Your name is only shared inside your organisation and during collaborative exchanges with colleagues you invite.

Then protect your account with a **strong password**. We enforce a few rules:

* At least **6 characters**
* At least **one digit**
* At least **one uppercase letter**
* At least **one special character** (`@ & # …`)

### 4️⃣ Data protection & terms of use

Your data security is essential to us:

* Your data is **private** and will **never be shared** or used to train LLMs.
* It is **hosted in Europe** with guaranteed confidentiality.

Read our terms of use and privacy policy, then enable **“I accept the terms of use”** to continue.

### 5️⃣ You're in! 🚀

One last click validates your registration. You are now connected and can begin your Verbatim AI experience.

## What to do next

Once your account is ready, follow the quickstart:

1. [**Fill out your profile**](/docs/profile.md) — the more your Corpus knows about your role and goals, the more relevant its answers. 😎
2. [**Create your first AI Corpus**](/docs/ai-corpus.md) — give it a name and a personality. 🚀
3. [**Feed your Corpus**](/docs/documents.md) — upload the documents it should work on. Processing takes a few minutes. 🔋
4. [**Start your first Story**](/docs/stories.md) — open your Corpus and ask a question. 🔊

> 💬 **Any doubts about security or GDPR?** We're happy to talk it through — confidentiality is in our DNA.


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