> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.linuxfoundation.org/lfx/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.linuxfoundation.org/lfx/sso/create-an-account.md).
# Create an Account
When you log in for the first time to any Linux Foundation-managed service that is protected with Single Sign On (SSO), you must create an account. To create an LF account, follow these steps:
1. Navigate to the [LFX Platform](http://lfx.linuxfoundation.org) and click **CREATE LFX PROFILE (2)** at the top right corner of the main menu. Alternatively, you can also click the **Create Your LFX Profile** (3) link from the page. If you already have an LF profile, click **My LF Profile (1)** to go to the next page.
Create LFX profile
2. On the **SIGN IN** page, click **Create an account** to create an LF account. If you already have an LF account, enter your username or email address and password, then click **SIGN IN** to continue.
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You can also sign in using one of the options given on the **SIGN IN** page. For more information, see [Sign-in options](/lfx/sso/sign-in.md).
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Create an account
3. On the **CREATE YOUR ACCOUNT** page, enter your first name, last name, Email address, username, and password. Click the **Create Account** CTA button.
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Choose your username carefully. Your username cannot be changed after your account is created.
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4. You will receive a verification link to verify your account on your email address. If you do not receive the email, click the **Resend Email** CTA button.
5. Check your inbox for mail from `The Linux Foundation:Create Account` email and open it. Click the **Verify Email** CTA button. Below is an example of the email you will receive.
6. Once you click on the link, you will be redirected to the **Sign In** page of the Linux Foundation service you are trying to access. Your email and password will be auto-populated from the account creation step.
7. Verify your information and click **SIGN IN** CTA button. You will be redirected to the Linux Foundation service you are trying to access.
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