> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.fundwork.app/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Creating Your Fundwork Account — Sign In with Base

> Sign up for Fundwork using Sign in with Base or more sign-in options. Your .base.eth name becomes your Fundwork identity. Get started in minutes.

Signing up for Fundwork takes just a few steps. Because Fundwork is built on Base, your account is anchored to a Base-compatible wallet and a `.base.eth` name — not a username and password you'll forget. This means your identity is portable, verifiable, and entirely yours.

<Note>
  Fundwork is currently in **alpha** and is not yet publicly available. Access may be limited during this period.
</Note>

## Sign-Up Steps

<Steps>
  <Step title="Go to Fundwork">
    Open [https://fundwork.app](https://fundwork.app) in your browser. You'll land on the home page where a sign-in prompt is available.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose your sign-in method">
    Fundwork uses **Privy** for authentication. You'll see two options:

    * **Sign in with Base** *(primary)* — the recommended path. This connects your Base account directly and uses your `.base.eth` name as your Fundwork identity.
    * **More sign-in options** *(secondary)* — additional authentication methods for users who prefer a different entry point.

    Select **Sign in with Base** to proceed with the recommended flow.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Connect your Base-compatible wallet">
    Fundwork will prompt you to connect a Base-compatible wallet (such as Coinbase Wallet). If you already have a wallet set up, approve the connection request. If you don't have one yet, see [Connecting Your Base Account](/getting-started/connecting-your-base-account) for guidance.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Claim or confirm your .base.eth name">
    Your `.base.eth` name becomes your Fundwork identity — it appears on your profile, proposals, and submissions. If you already own a `.base.eth` name, Fundwork will detect and display it. If you don't have one, follow the on-screen prompts to register one.

    <Tip>
      Choose a `.base.eth` name that reflects how you want to be known professionally — clients and other users will see it everywhere on the platform.
    </Tip>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Complete account creation">
    Once your wallet is connected and your `.base.eth` name is confirmed, your Fundwork account is created. You'll be taken to your profile or the explore page to start browsing opportunities.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## What Comes Next

With your account live, take a moment to round out your profile before applying to your first opportunity.

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Complete Your Profile" icon="user-pen" href="/getting-started/completing-your-profile">
    Add a bio, skills, portfolio links, and a payout address so clients know what you bring to the table.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Explore Opportunities" icon="magnifying-glass" href="/getting-started/exploring-opportunities">
    Browse contracts, bounties, and campaigns on the explore page and find work that fits your skills.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

<Info>
  Fundwork uses Privy under the hood for secure, wallet-based authentication. Your private keys never leave your wallet — Fundwork only ever reads your public address and `.base.eth` name.
</Info>