> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.informationhub.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.informationhub.io/getting-started.md).

# Getting Started

Welcome to Information Hub. This section covers everything you need to create an account and start using the platform.

## What You Need

* A modern web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge)
* An internet connection

That is all -- there is nothing to install if you use the web app.

## The Welcome Screen

When you open [app.informationhub.io](https://app.informationhub.io) for the first time, you will see a welcome screen with four options:

| Option                     | What it does                                                               |
| -------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Login with Email**       | Takes you to the login page where you sign in with your email and password |
| **Register a new Account** | Takes you to the registration page to create a new account                 |
| **Continue with Google**   | Signs you in (or registers you) using your existing Google account         |
| **Continue with Apple**    | Signs you in (or registers you) using your existing Apple account          |

Choose whichever option suits you best. If this is your first time, select **Register a new Account** or one of the social sign-in options.

## Mobile Access

You can also use Information Hub on your phone or tablet:

* **Install as a PWA** -- Open [app.informationhub.io](https://app.informationhub.io) in your mobile browser and use your browser's "Add to Home Screen" or "Install App" option.
* **Download the native app** -- Search for "Information Hub" (full app) or "Information Hub Go" (lite version for end-users) in the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.

## Next Steps

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[Create an Account](/getting-started/register.md)
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[Log In](/getting-started/login.md)
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