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

# Creating Your Account

> Set up your GAIMIN account, secure it, and connect your game libraries to start earning.

Creating your GAIMIN account takes about a minute and unlocks everything in the Launcher. This page walks you through sign-up, securing your account, and connecting your games.

## Create your account

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open the Launcher and choose Sign Up">
    Launch the app and select the option to create a new account.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter your details">
    Provide your email address and create a password. Use a strong, unique password you do not use anywhere else.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Verify and sign in">
    Complete any email verification, then sign in to your new account.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Secure your account

Your account holds your rewards, so protect it like one.

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Use a strong password" icon="key">
    Unique, long, and not reused from other sites.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Keep your login private" icon="lock">
    GAIMIN staff will never ask for your password.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

<Warning>
  Be alert to scams. GAIMIN will never DM you asking for your password, wallet seed phrase, or private keys. Anyone who does is trying to steal from you. See [Security & Account Safety](/security-and-safety).
</Warning>

## Connect your games

Once you are signed in, connect your existing game accounts so your whole library appears in one place.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open Game Library Import">
    Go to the library section of the Launcher.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Link your platforms">
    Connect any of Steam, Epic Games, Riot Games, and Battle.net. The Launcher scans your connected accounts and displays your games. [Full guide →](/game-library-import)
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Tip>
  Connecting your games does not move or copy them. They stay where they are, the Launcher simply organises them so everything is easy to find and launch.
</Tip>

## Managing your account

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="I forgot my password">
    If you forget your password, you can reset your password by following the process below. You will receive a one time password (OTP) and then be asked to create a new password.  

    To change your password, please follow these steps:

    1. Press “Forgot password” button on sign in page ([<u>https://auth.gaimin.io/signin</u>](https://auth.gaimin.io/signin))
    2. Provide email address for account
    3. User receives a OTP via email, they will input it correctly to proceed
    4. Create a new password
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I change my email?">
    No, you cannot change your email address. You would need to set up a new account with a new email address.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="How do I delete my account?">
    You can fully delete your account however account deletion will immediately remove access to your account and any associated benefits along with any GMRX in your account balance. Before confirming delete, please ensure you have withdrawn any accumulated GMRX as these will be irretrievable once your account is deleted. 

    To delete your account, please follow these steps:

    1. Press “Delete Account” button on settings page
    2. Opens user’s profile in our webpage
    3. Press “Delete Account” on the web page
    4. Confirm confirmation pop-up
    5. You will receive a one time passcode by email
    6. Enter the one time passcode sent via email to finalize account deletion
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

<Card title="Next: The Earn Engine" icon="bolt" href="/earn-engine">
  Turn on the Earn Engine and start earning GMRX.
</Card>

## Related pages

* [Quickstart](/quickstart)
* [Game Library Import](/game-library-import)
* [Security & Account Safety](/security-and-safety)