> ## Knowledge Base Index
> Fetch the complete knowledge base index at: https://support.locals.com/sitemap.xml
> Use this file to discover available pages before exploring further.
> Pure-Markdown content can be obtained by appending a '.md' suffix to the content URLs listed in the sitemap (without the trailing slash).

# Creating a Locals Account

Creating a Locals account will allow you to explore all Locals communities and support creators. You can also create your own community once you have a Locals account.

1. Go to Locals.com and go to the [Sign Up page](https://locals.com/auth/register).

![Sign Up](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/e9529c61f3bf4000/image_k1cywm.png)

2. On the Sign Up page:
* Enter your email address 
* Enter a password for your Locals account
* Agree to the Terms of Service

3. Once you've submitted, we will send a confirmation email to the email address you entered. Make sure you check your spam.


![Submitted](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/e9529c61f3bf4000/image_nkyce4.png)

4. Click the Verify Account in the email

![Verify Email](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/e9529c61f3bf4000/image_10lelqj.png)

5. Complete your account
* Upload a profile picture
* Select a username 
* Confirm you are 18+ years old


![Complete Profile](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/e9529c61f3bf4000/image_1i2u2rp.png)



|| With a Locals account, you can now [Discover](https://locals.com/discover) and join communities or learn how to [Create your own community](/en/article/creating-and-setting-up-your-community-1g2km14/).