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# SignUp

## Get Started in 5 Simple Steps

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### Verify Your Email

Check your inbox for a verification email and follow the instructions to confirm your email address.
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### Create Password

Set a secure password for your account to complete your registration.
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### Onboarding

Complete the setup by adding your business details, selecting preferences, and choosing communication channels.
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### Payment

Review your plan, billing details, and proceed to activate your subscription.
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### Start Chatting

Log in and start messaging instantly. Connect with your contacts and explore the features that Ownchat has to offer.
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### 1. Signup Screen

The Signup screen allows new users to create an Ownchat account.

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#### Steps &#x20;

1. Enter your **Name**
2. Enter your **Mobile Number** (with country code)
3. Enter your **Email Address**
4. Accept **Terms of Use** and **Privacy Policy**
5. Click **Sign Up**

#### Notes &#x20;

* All fields are required
* Use a valid mobile number and email

Click **Login** if you already have an account

### 2. OTP Verification &#x20;

The OTP screen is used to verify your email and complete the signup process.

#### Steps &#x20;

1. Enter the **OTP** sent to your email
2. Click to proceed and complete signup

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#### Options &#x20;

* Click **Resend code** if you didn’t receive the OTP

#### Notes &#x20;

* OTP is sent to your registered email
* Ensure you enter the correct code to continue

### 3. Create Password &#x20;

The Create Password screen allows you to set a secure password for your account.

#### Steps &#x20;

1. Enter your **New Password**
2. Re-enter it in **Confirm Password**
3. Click **Submit**

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#### Notes &#x20;

* Password must be at least 8 characters
* Include uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and special characters
* Both fields must match

### 4. Onboarding &#x20;

The onboarding flow helps you set up your account and configure your workspace.

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#### Welcome Screen &#x20;

Click **Get Started** to begin setup.

#### Step 1: Account Details&#x20;

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* Enter **Company Name**
* Enter **Website URL**
* Select **Industry**
* Select **Team Size**
* Click **Next**

#### Step 2: Regional Settings &#x20;

* Select **Currency**
* Select **Timezone**
* Click Next

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#### Step 3: Details &#x20;

* Enter the required address details
* Click Next

#### Step 4: Channels &#x20;

Select required channels:

* WhatsApp

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* Instagram

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* Click **Continue to Pricing**

#### Step 5: Pricing &#x20;

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* Choose a plan **(Quarterly / Annual)**
* Click **Start Free Trial**

#### Navigation &#x20;

* Use **Next** to proceed
* Use **Back** to edit previous steps
* Click **Logout** to exit setup

### 5. Payment &#x20;

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The Payment screen shows your plan details and billing summary before completing the purchase.

#### Steps &#x20;

1. Review your selected **Plan**
2. Check **Pricing details** (Subtotal, Taxes, Total)
3. Click **Proceed**

#### Details &#x20;

* Displays selected plan and billing cycle
* Shows tax breakdown (CGST, SGST)
* Displays final payable amount

#### Notes &#x20;

* Free trial details are shown before payment
* You won’t be charged until the trial ends (if applicable)
* Click **Proceed** to continue with payment