> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.joinaardvark.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.joinaardvark.com/getting-started/creating-your-account.md).

# Creating your account

Creating an Aardvark account takes less than a minute, and there’s nothing you need to commit to upfront.

You can explore at your own pace and decide how you want to use Aardvark over time.

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#### How sign-up works

Aardvark uses Google sign-in to keep things simple.

When you create an account:

* You’re signed in instantly
* You start as a **user**
* You can begin following creators right away

There’s no separate account type to choose during sign-up.

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#### What you can do as a user

As a user, you can:

* Follow creators you trust
* Unlock creator deals
* Use the browser extension while you shop
* Discover new creators and brands

For most people, this is all they’ll ever need.

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#### Becoming a creator (only if you want to)

If you ever decide you’d like to share deals with your own audience, you can become a creator later.

Becoming a creator:

* Is completely optional
* Happens within your existing account
* Never removes access to user features

There’s no pressure to decide now.

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#### Can I change things later?

Absolutely.

You’re always free to:

* Follow or unfollow creators
* Install or remove the browser extension
* Upgrade to a creator account — or not

Nothing you choose during sign-up is permanent.

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