## First Time Login

If this is your first time using Atloria, this guide will help you sign in and understand what happens next.

## Before You Begin

Make sure you have:

- The Atloria sign-in web address shared by your team
- Your email address or username
- Your temporary or permanent password
- Access to your email if your team asks you to confirm your sign-in

If you do not have your sign-in details yet, contact your Atloria administrator.

For a full overview of account access options, see [Accessing and Registering Your Atloria Account](/accessing-and-registering-your-atloria-account).

## Open the Atloria Sign-In Page

1. Open your web browser.
2. Enter the Atloria web address provided by your team.
3. Wait for the Atloria sign-in page to load.

You will usually see:

- A sign-in form
- A way to enter your email address or username
- A password field
- A sign-in button
- In some cases, a link to create an account or reset your password

If you want to understand the different entry pages you may see, read [Understanding Account Entry Points and Session Navigation](/understanding-account-entry-points-and-session-navigation).

## Enter Your Login Details

1. Type your email address or username.
2. Type your password.
3. Select **Sign In**.

If your organization uses an extra sign-in step, follow the on-screen instructions to complete it.

If you cannot sign in, forgot your password, or see an access message, go to [Signing In to Atloria and Solving Access Problems](/signing-in-to-atloria-and-solving-access-problems).

## What You See After Login

After your first successful login, Atloria usually takes you to one of these places:

### Project List

Many users first see a list of projects they can open.

From here, you can:

- View available projects
- Open a project workspace
- Start a new project if you have permission

To learn more, see [Working with Project Lists and Dashboards](/working-with-project-lists-and-dashboards).

### Admin Area

If you are an administrator, Atloria may open in the admin area instead.

From there, you may have access to:

- Team activity
- User access
- Security review tools
- Usage and performance information

For an overview, see [Using the Admin Workspace](/using-the-admin-workspace).

## First-Time Setup You May Be Asked to Complete

On your first login, Atloria may guide you through a short setup flow. What you see depends on your role and whether your team already set things up for you.

### Join or Open an Existing Project

If your team already created projects, you may only need to:

1. Select a project from the list.
2. Open the project home.
3. Review the project sections available to you.

To understand the project home area, see [Managing Project Administration from the Project Home](/managing-project-administration-from-the-project-home).

### Create Your First Project

If no project has been created yet and you have permission, Atloria may prompt you to create one.

This usually includes:

- Naming the project
- Choosing how you want to set it up
- Confirming basic project details

For the full setup process, see [Creating Projects and Completing Onboarding](/creating-projects-and-completing-onboarding).

If you need help deciding how to begin, read [Choosing Between Manual and Connected Project Setup](/choosing-between-manual-and-connected-project-setup).

## What to Do Next

After your first login, your next step depends on what you need to do in Atloria.

### If You Need to Set Up a Project

Start with:

- [Creating Projects and Completing Onboarding](/creating-projects-and-completing-onboarding)
- [Working with Project Lists and Dashboards](/working-with-project-lists-and-dashboards)

### If You Need to Manage a Project

Start with:

- [Managing Project Administration from the Project Home](/managing-project-administration-from-the-project-home)
- [Managing Project Settings and Website Options](/managing-project-settings-and-website-options)

### If You Need to Start Writing Documentation

Start with:

- [Creating and Editing Documentation Pages](/creating-and-editing-documentation-pages)

### If You Are an Administrator

Start with:

- [Using the Admin Workspace](/using-the-admin-workspace)
- [Managing User Access and Administrative Permissions](/managing-user-access-and-administrative-permissions)
- [Reviewing Security and Audit Controls](/reviewing-security-and-audit-controls)

## Tips for a Smooth First Login

- Use the exact Atloria web address shared by your team
- Enter your login details carefully
- Keep your password in a secure place
- Follow any extra sign-in steps shown on screen
- If something does not look right, ask your Atloria administrator before continuing

## Need Help?

If your first login does not work:

- Check that your email address or username is correct
- Re-enter your password carefully
- Try the password reset option if it is available
- Contact your Atloria administrator if you still cannot access your account

For sign-in help, see [Signing In to Atloria and Solving Access Problems](/signing-in-to-atloria-and-solving-access-problems).