Account Creation
This guide will walk you through the process of creating and setting up your account on the 3D Policy platform.
Registration Process
Step 1: Navigate to the Registration Page
Visit the 3D Policy website and click on the "Login" button in the top-right corner of the navigation bar. On the login page, you'll find an option to "Create an account" or "Register".
Step 2: Fill Out the Registration Form
Complete the registration form with the following information:
- Name: Your full name as you want it to appear on your profile
- Email: Your professional email address (this will be used for login and communications)
- Password: Create a secure password (must include at least 8 characters, including uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and special characters)
- Role: Select your professional role from the dropdown menu
- Department: Enter your department or area of expertise
- Program: Select the program or policy area you're primarily associated with
Step 3: Verify Your Email
After submitting the registration form, you'll receive a verification email at the address you provided. Click on the verification link in the email to confirm your account.
Email Verification Screen
We've sent a verification link to your email address. Please check your inbox and click the link to verify your account.
Step 4: Complete Your Profile
Once your email is verified, you'll be prompted to complete your profile with additional information:
- Profile Picture: Upload a professional photo (recommended size: 400x400 pixels)
- Bio: Write a brief professional biography (up to 500 characters)
- Education: Add your educational background, including universities, degrees, and graduation years
- Social Links: Add links to your professional social media profiles (LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.)
Account Types and Permissions
3D Policy offers different account types with varying permissions:
Member Account
- Create and edit your profile
- Submit articles and papers for review
- Register for events
- Access member-only content
Administrator Account
- All member permissions
- Approve or reject submissions
- Create and manage events
- Publish news and updates
- Manage user accounts
Password Recovery
If you forget your password, follow these steps to reset it:
- Click on "Login" in the navigation bar
- Select "Forgot password?" below the login form
- Enter the email address associated with your account
- Check your email for a password reset link
- Click the link and follow the instructions to create a new password
Account Security Best Practices
- Use a strong, unique password
- Enable two-factor authentication if available
- Keep your contact information up to date
- Log out when using shared computers
- Regularly review your account activity
Need Help?
If you encounter any issues during the registration process, please contact our support team at support@3dpolicy.org.