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

# Create Your Account

> Sign up for Fromag.io and set up your profile.

Creating a Fromag.io account gives you access to reviews, your Profile, My Passport, Leo AI, and the full community experience.

## Sign-Up Methods

Choose whichever method works best for you:

<CardGroup cols={3}>
  <Card title="Email" icon="envelope">
    Sign up with your email address and a password (minimum 8 characters)
  </Card>

  <Card title="Google" icon="google">
    Continue with your Google account
  </Card>

  <Card title="Apple" icon="apple">
    Sign in with Apple (iOS only)
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Account Setup

<Steps>
  <Step title="Launch the app">
    Open Fromag.io on your device and tap **Sign Up**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter your credentials">
    Choose your sign-up method and enter the required details.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Confirm your email">
    Check your inbox for a confirmation email and verify your address.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Complete your profile">
    Add your display name, avatar, bio, and location.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Select cheese preferences">
    Tell us what kinds of cheese you enjoy to personalize your experience.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enable notifications (optional)">
    Turn on push notifications to stay updated on community activity.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Signing Back In

Always use the same method you signed up with to avoid creating duplicate accounts.

* **Email/password** — enter your credentials on the login screen
* **One-time PIN** — request a PIN code sent to your email
* **Google or Apple** — tap the corresponding button

## Account Recovery

If you delete your account, you have a **30-day window** to reactivate it. Verify your email and enter the six-digit confirmation code sent to you. After 30 days, recovery is no longer possible.

<Note>
  Keep your sign-up method in mind — signing in with a different method may create a separate account.
</Note>