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

# Getting started with Tars

> Learn how to create your Tars account and access your workspace with step-by-step guidance for both new and existing users

## Step-by-step account setup process

<Steps>
  <Step title="Visit Tars homepage">
    Go to [https://hellotars.com](https://hellotars.com) and click **"Sign Up"** or **"Login"** to get started.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose your user type">
    Select whether you're a new user creating an account or an existing user signing in.

    <CardGroup cols={2}>
      <Card title="New User" icon="user-plus" href="/getting-help/account-setup/new-user">
        Create a new Tars account
      </Card>

      <Card title="Existing User" icon="key" href="/getting-help/account-setup/existing-user">
        Sign in to your existing account
      </Card>
    </CardGroup>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Select authentication method">
    Choose between manual registration/login or social media authentication that works best for you.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Complete setup">
    Follow the specific steps for your chosen method to access your dashboard.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Start building">
    Once logged in, begin creating your first AI Agent.
  </Step>
</Steps>