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

# Account & Security

> How to sign up for an account, log in, set up Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and change your password.

Managing your account security ensures that your project data and financial records remain safe. This guide covers account creation, logging in, enabling Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and updating your password.

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## 1. How to Sign Up

To start using CoBuild Manager, you can create a new account or accept an invitation email sent by your workspace administrator.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Navigate to the Registration Page">
    Open your browser and visit the registration page at `https://app.cobuildmanager.com/signup`.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Fill In Your Profile Details">
    Enter your full name, work email address, and a strong password (minimum 8 characters).

    <Frame caption="Screenshot: Account Sign Up Form">
      <img src="https://placehold.co/800x450.png?text=auth_signup_form" alt="Account Sign Up Form" />
    </Frame>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Verify Email Address">
    Check your email inbox for a verification email from CoBuild Manager. Click the **Verify Email** button to activate your account.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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## 2. How to Log In

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open the Login Screen">
    Go to `https://app.cobuildmanager.com/login`.

    <Frame caption="Screenshot: Login Screen">
      <img src="https://placehold.co/800x450.png?text=auth_login_screen" alt="Login Screen" />
    </Frame>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter Credentials">
    Type your registered email address and password.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Click Sign In">
    Click **Sign In** to access your dashboard. If Multi-Factor Authentication is enabled, you will be prompted for your authenticator code next.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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## 3. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) adds an extra layer of security by requiring a 6-digit verification code from an authenticator app (such as Google Authenticator or 1Password) whenever you log in.

### How to Enable MFA

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open Account Settings">
    Click your profile icon in the top right corner of the dashboard and select **Account Settings**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enable Security Option">
    Under the **Security** tab, click **Enable Multi-Factor Authentication**.

    <Frame caption="Screenshot: Enabling MFA in Account Settings">
      <img src="https://placehold.co/800x450.png?text=auth_mfa_setup" alt="Enabling MFA in Account Settings" />
    </Frame>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Scan QR Code">
    Use your mobile authenticator app to scan the displayed QR code.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter Verification Code">
    Type the generated 6-digit code into the confirmation box and click **Verify & Save**.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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## 4. How to Change Your Password

<Steps>
  <Step title="Access Security Settings">
    Go to **Profile** -> **Security Settings**.

    <Frame caption="Screenshot: Change Password Form">
      <img src="https://placehold.co/800x450.png?text=auth_change_password" alt="Change Password Form" />
    </Frame>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter Current and New Passwords">
    Type your current password, followed by your new password twice.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Save Password">
    Click **Update Password**. All active sessions will automatically refresh to secure your account.
  </Step>
</Steps>