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

# Getting Started with Your Account

> Learn how to create an account, sign in, and manage your password

## Creating Your Account

Getting started with Hallway is quick and easy:

1. Visit [hallwayai.com](https://hallwayai.com) and click **Get Started** or **Sign Up**
2. Enter your email address and create a password
3. Check your email for a verification link
4. Click the link to verify your account
5. You're ready to create your first research project!

<Info>
  Your account includes a personal workspace where you can create unlimited research projects.
</Info>

## Signing In

To access your Hallway account:

1. Go to [hallwayai.com](https://hallwayai.com) and click **Sign In**
2. Enter your email address and password
3. Click **Sign In** to access your dashboard

### Staying Signed In

Hallway keeps you signed in for convenience. Your session will remain active until you explicitly sign out or after an extended period of inactivity.

## Resetting Your Password

If you've forgotten your password or want to change it:

### From the Sign-In Page

1. Click **Forgot password?** on the sign-in page
2. Enter your email address
3. Check your email for a password reset link
4. Click the link and create a new password

### From Your Account Settings

1. Sign in to your account
2. Click on your profile in the bottom-left corner
3. Select **Settings**
4. Go to the **Security** tab
5. Click **Change Password**
6. Check your email for a password reset link

<Warning>
  Password reset links expire after a short time for security. If your link has expired, request a new one.
</Warning>

## Troubleshooting

### Can't sign in?

* Double-check your email address for typos
* Make sure Caps Lock is off when entering your password
* Try resetting your password using the steps above

### Not receiving emails?

* Check your spam or junk folder
* Add `noreply@hallwayai.com` to your contacts
* Try using a different email address

### Account locked?

If you've attempted to sign in too many times with incorrect credentials, your account may be temporarily locked. Wait a few minutes and try again.

Need more help? Contact us at [help@hallwayai.com](mailto:help@hallwayai.com).