> ## 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.

# Quick Start

> Get started with Storehouses in minutes

## Create Your Account

Getting started with Storehouses is quick and simple.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Sign Up">
    Visit [storehouses.app/register](https://storehouses.app/register) and create your account with:

    * Email address
    * Secure password

    No identity verification or credit card is required to sign up.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Verify Your Email">
    Check your inbox for a verification email and click the confirmation link.

    <Tip>Can't find the email? Check your spam folder</Tip>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Access Your Dashboard">
    Once verified, you'll be redirected to your dashboard at [storehouses.app/dashboard](https://storehouses.app/dashboard)
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Add Your First Item

<Info>We create a default collection for your items called "My Collection" to get you started. Free plan users are limited to this one collection, while Pro and Lifetime plan users can create unlimited custom collections.</Info>

<Steps>
  <Step title="Click 'Add Item'">
    From your dashboard, click the "Add Item" button or navigate to the add page.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Select Asset Category">
    Choose the type of asset you're adding:

    * Precious Metals
    * Luxury Watches
    * Gemstones
    * Fine Jewelry
    * Wine
    * Spirits
    * Fine Art
    * Arms & Armor
    * Other Collectibles
  </Step>

  <Step title="Fill in Details">
    Enter the relevant information for your item. Required fields include:

    * Title/Name
    * Collection (default is "My Collection")
    * Category-specific details (e.g., metal type, weight for precious metals)
    * Optional: Purchase price, date, location, photos
  </Step>

  <Step title="Save & View">
    Save your item and view it in your portfolio. Your dashboard will automatically update with the new item's value.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Tip>
  For precious metals, Storehouses automatically fetches current spot prices to calculate your item's value based on weight and purity.
</Tip>

## Set Up Locations

<Info>Locations are for your own organization and any details you provide are simply for your reference.</Info>

Organize where your assets are stored:

1. Navigate to the **Locations** page
2. Add custom storage locations (e.g., "Home Safe", "Bank Vault", "Wine Cellar")
3. Assign items to locations for better tracking

## Create Collections

<Badge icon="star" color="orange" size="md" shape="pill">Pro</Badge>

Group related items together (Pro and Lifetime plans only):

1. Go to the **Collections** page
2. Create a new collection (e.g., "Gold Coins", "Swiss Watches", "Bordeaux Wines")
3. Add items to your collections for organized viewing

<Note>Free plan users have one default collection ("My Collection") for all their items.</Note>

## Explore Your Dashboard

Your dashboard provides:

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Portfolio Value" icon="chart-line">
    Total value of all items with real-time precious metals pricing
  </Card>

  <Card title="Allocation Chart" icon="chart-pie">
    Visual breakdown by category
  </Card>

  <Card title="Recent Items" icon="clock">
    Recently added or updated items
  </Card>

  <Card title="Price Alerts" icon="bell">
    Active alerts for price movements (Pro plan)
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Next Steps

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Set Up Price Alerts" icon="bell">
    Track precious metals prices and get notified when they hit your target levels.

    [Learn about Price Alerts](/advanced/price-alerts)
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Configure Heir Access" icon="users">
    Set up emergency access for designated beneficiaries.

    [Learn about Heir Access](/advanced/heir-access)
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Export Your Portfolio" icon="file-export">
    Generate PDF reports or CSV exports for insurance or tax purposes.

    [Learn about Exports](/portfolio/export-reporting)
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Share Your Portfolio" icon="share">
    Create secure links to share your portfolio with family members or financial advisors.

    [Learn about Sharing](/advanced/sharing)
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Install as Mobile App

Storehouses is a Progressive Web App (PWA) that you can install on your device:

### iOS (iPhone/iPad)

1. Open Safari and go to storehouses.app
2. Tap the Share button
3. Scroll down and tap "Add to Home Screen"

### Android

1. Open Chrome and go to storehouses.app
2. Tap the menu (three dots)
3. Tap "Install App" or "Add to Home Screen"

### Desktop

1. Visit storehouses.app in Chrome, Edge, or Safari
2. Look for the install icon in the address bar
3. Click to install

<Note>
  Once installed, you can access your portfolio offline with the PWA's offline mode.
</Note>

## Need Help?

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Documentation" icon="book" href="/features/dashboard">
    Browse our complete documentation
  </Card>

  <Card title="Support" icon="headset" href="https://storehouses.app/dashboard?support=true">
    Get help from our support team
  </Card>
</CardGroup>