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Onboarding
Get started with CloudSignal - account setup, organization structure, and your first MQTT connection.
Welcome to CloudSignal! This guide walks you through the first steps after signing up.
When you sign up, an organization is automatically created for you. You don't need to create one manually.
What happens when you sign up
| Step | What happens |
|---|---|
| Account created | Your login credentials are set up |
| Organization auto-created | Named "[Your Name]'s Workspace" |
| You become the Owner | Full control over the organization |
| Default workspace ready | Start creating MQTT users immediately |
First steps checklist
1. Understand your organization
Learn about organizations, workspaces, and users
2. Tour the dashboard
Navigate the CloudSignal dashboard
3. Create an MQTT user
Set up credentials for your first connection
4. Make your first connection
Connect and send your first message
Next steps after onboarding
Once you've made your first connection:
- Set up ACL rules - Control who can access which topics
- Invite team members - Collaborate with your team
- Explore quickstarts - Integrate with your stack