> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://v2.isomer.gov.sg/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://v2.isomer.gov.sg/setup/create-a-github-account.md).

# Github Account Setup

Before you can edit your Isomer site, you must create a GitHub account and be assigned the proper permissions. 

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### Sign up

![Github sign up page](/files/-MFfZgZj7CsvXEA9989j)

Go to <https://github.com/>. Proceed to sign up for an account using your preferred email address and a professional username.&#x20;

### Select the free plan

![](/files/-MFfZwQBSHp6iCOYH0be)

1. You will only need a basic account on GitHub to edit the content of your Isomer website.
2. Under `Choose your subscription`, select `Free` to opt for the free plan.
3. Click on `Continue` when the correct option is selected.

### Tailor your experience

![](/files/-MFfZzS4GLItE-7BUU8Q)

You do not need to tailor your experience at this moment. Click on `skip this step`

### Verify your email

![](/files/-MFf_13w3NxZ0Qeju-Rc)

After signing up, go to your registered email address. You would've received an email to verify your email address.

![](/files/-MFf_G67vGWZ6y61xfHk)

Proceed with the **verification**.

![](/files/-MFf_LlMQCYrSBxAEhYF)

Upon returning to GitHub, you will see a banner notification that your email is verified.

Next, you should make sure that you have your 2FA set up, find out more in the [next](/setup/create-a-github-account/set-up-2fa.md) page.&#x20;