> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://learn.shapesxr.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://learn.shapesxr.com/places/places-dashboard/signing-in.md).

# Signing In

To use Places, you’ll need a **ShapesXR account**.

1. Go to <https://shapes.app/> and enter your email to get started. Follow the prompts to set your password and create your account.<br>

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2. After signing up, check your inbox for a verification email and click the link to confirm your address. You’ll also be asked to complete a short survey to finish setting up your account.
3. Once your account is ready, contact your **Sales representative** to request a Places license. When your license is activated, you’ll gain access to the **Places Dashboard**.
4. As a license holder, you can publish and manage immersive spaces through the Places Dashboard — your central hub for working with Places.\
   To switch to it, open the ShapesXR Dashboard, click the button next to your account icon, and select **Places**.

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8. You’re now fully set up and ready to use the **Places Dashboard!** \
   Next, you’ll need to [pair your devices](/places/places-dashboard/pairing-and-workstations-management.md) and [create your first place](/places/places-dashboard/creating-places.md) to get started.

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