# Signup & Login

## Signup

Head to [Otter Trade Signup](https://otter.trade/signup) page to get started. You have two ways to create an account: 

### Option A: Email Registration 

1. Select the New Player tab
2. Enter your email address
3. Set your Nickname, this is your public trading alias displayed on leaderboards
4. Create a password
5. If a friend referred you, enter their Invite Code (optional)
6. Check the box to agree to Otter Trade's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
7. Click Register & Enter\
   You will receive a 6-digit verification code to your email. Enter the code on the verification screen to activate your account. 

### Option B: Social Login 

Prefer a faster setup? Click Continue with Google or Continue with X to register instantly using your existing account. No password required.

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## Login

Already have an account? Select the Returning Player tab and log in with:

* Your email and password, or
* Continue with Google / Continue with X

If you've forgotten your password, click Forgot password? on the login screen to reset it via email.

Once logged in, **you can personalize your profile** by navigating to your account settings. The following fields are available:

* Nickname: Your public trading alias, visible across arenas, leaderboards, and match results. This is set during registration but can be updated here.
* Bio: A short description about yourself, your trading style, or anything you'd like the community to know.
* Region: Your country or region of residence.

{% hint style="info" %}
Your Nickname is your identity on Otter Trade. It's how the community recognizes you, make it memorable. 
{% endhint %}

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