# Overview

Set up a new account in Solodev Cloud or sign in.

<img src="/static/images/overview.jpg" alt="overview" style="width: 100%; display: block"></a>

**Name** | **Description** 
--- | ---
<a href="/overview/#sign-up">Sign Up</a> | Create an account.
<a href="/overview/#sign-in">Sign In</a> | Login to use Solodev Cloud account.

## Sign Up

First, set up a new account. Visit [Solodev.com](https://www.solodev.com) and navigate to the **Sign Up** button to the right of the search bar.

<p><img src="/static/images/signup.jpg" alt="signup" style="width: 30%;"></p>

**Name** | **Description** 
:--- | ---
First Name | Input the first name associated with your Solodev account.
Last Name | Input the last name associated with your Solodev account.
Username | Create a unique username.
Email | Input the email address where you will receive communications related to your Solodev account.
Password | Create a password following the guidelines pictured above.

!!! Note:
Before hitting the **Join Solodev** button, we ask you to read and review our [Terms of Service](https://www.solodev.com/terms/) and [Privacy Statement](https://www.solodev.com/terms/privacy-policy.stml). Upon acceptance, you will be automatically enrolled in the Free Developer plan.
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### Confirm

Once you have completed all fields, click **Join Solodev** to create your account.

!!! Note:
You will need to wait up to 48 hours for your account to be approved. If you need access sooner than this, please [Contact Us](https://www.solodev.com/contact/).
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## Sign In

Sign into Solodev with your Solodev credentials. 

<p><img src="/static/images/signin.png" alt="signin" style="width: 30%;"></p>

**Name** | **Description** 
--- | ---
Username | Enter your username.
Email | Enter your email.

<p><img src="/static/images/signin2.png" alt="signin" style="width: 30%;"></p>

**Name** | **Description** 
--- | ---
Password | Enter your password.
<a href="/overview/#forgot-password">Forgot Password?</a> | Use this option if you’re having trouble logging in.

!!!Tip:
If you’re having trouble logging, use the **Forgot Password** link on the screen and follow the steps.
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### Confirm

Once you have completed all the fields, click on **Log In** to sign into Solodev Cloud.

## Forgot Password?

Reset your password using your username or email address.

<p><img src="/static/images/forgot-password.png" alt="forgot password" style="width: 30%;"></p>

**Name** | **Description** 
:--- | ---
Username | Enter your username. 
Email | Enter your email.
<a href="/overview/#sign-in">Sign In</a> | Login to use Solodev Cloud account.

### Confirm

Click the **Reset** button to reset your password.