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

# Account Setup

> Set up and configure your Storehouses account

## Creating Your Account

### Registration

To create a Storehouses account:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Navigate to Registration">
    Go to [storehouses.app/register](https://storehouses.app/register)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter Your Information">
    Provide:

    * **Email address** - Used for login and important notifications
    * **Password** - Must be secure (minimum 8 characters recommended)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Submit">
    Click "Create Account" to complete registration
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Note>
  Storehouses is privacy-first. We don't require identity verification, phone numbers, or personal information beyond your email.
</Note>

### Email Verification

After registration, you'll receive a verification email:

1. Check your inbox for an email from Storehouses
2. Click the verification link
3. You'll be redirected to your dashboard

<Tip>
  If you don't see the email within a few minutes, check your spam folder. You can request a new verification email from the login page.
</Tip>

## Account Settings

Access your account settings at [storehouses.app/account](https://storehouses.app/account).

### Profile Information

Update your basic account information:

* **Email address** - Change your login email (requires verification)
* **Display name** - Optional display name for your account
* **Profile picture** - Upload an avatar (optional)

### Password & Security

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Change Password" icon="key">
    To update your password:

    1. Go to Account Settings
    2. Click "Change Password"
    3. Enter your current password
    4. Enter and confirm your new password
    5. Click "Update Password"

    <Warning>
      Choose a strong, unique password. Consider using a password manager.
    </Warning>
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Forgot Password" icon="lock">
    If you've forgotten your password:

    1. Visit [storehouses.app/forgot-password](https://storehouses.app/forgot-password)
    2. Enter your email address
    3. Check your email for a reset link
    4. Follow the link and create a new password
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

### Email Preferences

Control which emails you receive:

* **Portfolio updates** - Weekly/monthly portfolio summaries
* **Price alerts** - Notifications when alert conditions are met
* **Heir access notifications** - Updates on heir access requests
* **Marketing emails** - Product updates and tips (opt-in)

## Subscription Plans

### Free Plan

The free plan includes:

* Up to 50 items
* Basic portfolio tracking
* Dashboard with charts
* One default collection and locations
* Export to CSV

### Pro Plan

Upgrade to Pro for:

* **Unlimited items and collections**
* **Price alerts** for precious metals
* **Heir access** emergency system
* **Advanced exports** including PDF reports
* **Portfolio sharing** with secure links
* **Priority support**

### Lifetime Plan

One-time payment for lifetime access to all Pro features.

<Card title="View Pricing & Upgrade" icon="credit-card" href="https://storehouses.app/pricing" horizontal>
  Compare plans and upgrade your account
</Card>

## Privacy & Data

### What We Collect

Storehouses collects minimal data:

* Email address (for login)
* Portfolio data (items, collections, locations)
* Usage analytics (anonymized)

### What We Don't Do

* ❌ No identity verification required
* ❌ No phone number collection
* ❌ No data selling to third parties
* ❌ No tracking across other websites

### Data Export

You can export all your data at any time:

1. Go to the Export page
2. Select "Full Portfolio Export"
3. Download your data in CSV or PDF format

<Tip>
  Regular exports are a good backup practice to keep your own copy of your portfolio data.
</Tip>

### Account Deletion

To delete your account:

1. Go to Account Settings
2. Scroll to "Danger Zone"
3. Click "Delete Account"
4. Confirm deletion

<Warning>
  Account deletion is permanent and cannot be undone. All your items, collections, and data will be permanently deleted.
</Warning>

## Mobile & Desktop Apps

### Progressive Web App (PWA)

Install Storehouses as an app on any device:

**Mobile (iOS/Android)**

* Open in Safari (iOS) or Chrome (Android)
* Use "Add to Home Screen" or "Install App"
* Access like a native app with offline support

**Desktop (Windows/Mac/Linux)**

* Visit in Chrome, Edge, or Safari
* Click the install icon in the address bar
* Launch from your applications

### Benefits of Installing

* 📱 Native app experience
* 🔌 Works offline
* ⚡ Faster loading
* 🔔 Push notifications (optional)

## Next Steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Add Your First Item" icon="plus" href="/adding-first-item">
    Start building your portfolio
  </Card>

  <Card title="Dashboard Overview" icon="chart-line" href="/features/dashboard">
    Learn about your dashboard
  </Card>

  <Card title="Asset Types" icon="shapes" href="/asset-types/overview">
    Explore supported asset types
  </Card>

  <Card title="Account Security" icon="shield" href="/account/security">
    Secure your account
  </Card>
</CardGroup>