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

# Create an Account

Get started with Pullbay in less than a minute. Learn how to create your account, access your dashboard, and begin using the data API with free credits.

## Why Create a Pullbay Account?

Pullbay provides instant access to app store data through a powerful, developer-friendly API. With your account, you get:

* **Free API credits** — No credit card required to start exploring
* **Full dashboard access** — Monitor usage, manage keys, and track credits
* **All endpoints unlocked** — Immediate access to app store, youtube, google endpoints , ratings, metadata, and more

## Sign Up Steps

Creating a Pullbay account is simple and takes less than 60 seconds:

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#### Visit the Dashboard

Go to [https://dashboard.pullbay.com](https://dashboard.pullbay.com/) and click the **Sign Up** button in the top right corner.
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#### Choose Your Sign-Up Method

Pullbay supports three convenient sign-up options:

**Option A: Email & Password**

* Enter your email address
* Create a secure password (at least 8 characters, mix of letters, numbers, and symbols recommended)
* Click **Create Account**

**Option B: Sign In with Google**

* Click **Sign up with Google**
* Authenticate with your Google account
* Pullbay will create an account using your Google email
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#### Verify Your Email

A verification email will be sent to your email address. Check your inbox (and spam folder if needed) and click the verification link to activate your account.

Once verified, your account is fully active and ready to use.
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## What New Accounts Get

When you sign up, Pullbay automatically grants you:

| Benefit              | Details                                                                        |
| -------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| **Free API Credits** | 1,000 credits per month to explore the API (no credit card required)           |
| **All Endpoints**    | Complete access to app store reviews, ratings, metadata, and more              |
| **Dashboard Access** | Full access to API keys, usage analytics, service health, and billing settings |
| **Documentation**    | Complete API reference, guides, and integration examples                       |

All new accounts start on the **Free Tier**, which provides generous limits for development and small-scale projects.

## Your Dashboard Sections

Once logged in, your Pullbay dashboard gives you access to these key sections:

| Section            | Purpose                                                                                                  |
| ------------------ | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Overview**       | View your credit balance, recent API usage trends, account status, and quick links to common actions     |
| **API Keys**       | Create, view, rotate, and revoke your test and live API keys; manage key permissions and access          |
| **Usage**          | Detailed breakdown of your API requests by endpoint, date, and response status; track credit consumption |
| **Service Health** | Real-time status of all Pullbay API endpoints; incident history and maintenance notifications            |
| **Billing**        | Manage your subscription plan, view invoices, purchase additional credits, and update payment methods    |

## Account Security

Your Pullbay account contains sensitive API keys and usage data. Follow these security best practices:

### Use a Strong Password

If you signed up with email and password:

* Use at least 12 characters with a mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols
* Avoid dictionary words and personal information
* Use a password manager to generate and store your password securely

### Protect Your API Keys

* Store API keys in environment variables, never hardcode them
* Rotate keys periodically (at least quarterly)
* Revoke keys immediately if you suspect compromise
* Use different keys for different applications
* Never commit keys to version control systems

## Next Steps

You're now ready to start using Pullbay! Here's what to do next:

1. **Copy your API key** — Go to the **API Keys** section and copy your test key
2. **Read the** [**Authentication Guide**](/documentation/getting-started/authentication.md) — Learn about test vs. live keys and best practices
3. **Make Your First API Call** — Follow our [First API Call guide ](/documentation/getting-started/first-api-call.md)to fetch real data
4. **Explore the API** — Check out the [API Reference](https://docs.pullbay.com/api-reference/) to see all available endpoints
5. **Integrate with Your App** — Use Pullbay to power your analytics, monitoring, or review aggregation

## FAQ

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<summary>Is a credit card required to sign up?</summary>

**No.** Pullbay offers a free tier with 1,000 API credits per month, no credit card required. You can explore the entire API and build proof-of-concept projects without any payment method on file. When you need more credits, you can upgrade your plan or purchase additional credits.

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<summary>How many free credits do I get?</summary>

**1,000 credits per month.** Each standard API request uses 1 credit. This translates to 1,000 API calls per month on the free tier. Credits refresh on the first day of each month and do not carry over. You can view your current balance and credit usage in your dashboard.

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<summary>Can I use my Google account to sign up?</summary>

**Yes.** Pullbay supports OAuth authentication through Google. Simply click the corresponding button during sign-up, authenticate with your existing credentials, and your Pullbay account will be created using your email from that service. This is a convenient way to sign up without creating a new password.

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<summary>What happens if I forget my password?</summary>

**You can reset it easily.** On the login page, click **Forgot Password**, enter your email address, and follow the reset link sent to your inbox. If you signed up with Google , use those services to sign in instead.

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<summary>How do I upgrade my account to get more credits?</summary>

**Visit the Billing section** in your dashboard. You can either:

* Upgrade to a paid plan for higher monthly credit limits and additional features
* Purchase a one-time credit package to use immediately

See our [Pricing page](https://pullbay.com/pricing) for current plan options.

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<summary>Is there a way to upgrade my account before exploring the API?</summary>

**Absolutely.** You can explore the API with your free credits first, then upgrade whenever you're ready. There's no commitment or minimum contract. You can also reach out to our support team if you'd like to discuss a custom plan for your use case.

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Start your free account today and begin accessing app store data within seconds!