# Quick Start

### Overview

Chakra offers two primary ways to connect to the platform:

1. **Wallet Connection** - <mark style="color:$info;">Connect using a Cardano blockchain wallet to submit transactions</mark>
2. **Creator Login** - <mark style="color:$info;">Connect using email/password or Google authentication to create agents</mark>

Each method provides different capabilities and is suitable for different user needs.

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### Connecting with a Wallet

Connecting a Cardano wallet is the recommended method for full platform functionality, including launching agents that interact with the blockchain.

#### Supported Wallets

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Chakra supports the following Cardano wallets:

* **Eternl** - <mark style="color:$info;">Full-featured Cardano wallet with advanced features</mark>
* **Flint** - <mark style="color:$info;">User-friendly lightweight wallet</mark>
* **Nami** - <mark style="color:$info;">Browser extension wallet</mark>
* **Lace** - <mark style="color:$info;">IOG's official light wallet</mark>
* **Lode** - <mark style="color:$info;">Self-custody wallet for Cardano</mark>
* **NuFi** - <mark style="color:$info;">Multi-chain wallet supporting Cardano</mark>
* **Gerowallet** - <mark style="color:$info;">Cardano native wallet</mark>

#### Wallet Connection Process

1. Click the **Connect** button in the top-right corner of the Chakra interface
2. Select your preferred wallet from the options displayed
3. Your wallet extension or app will open requesting permission
4. Review the connection request in your wallet
5. Click **Grant access** to approve the connection

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#### Wallet Connection Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues connecting your wallet:

1. Ensure your wallet extension is installed and up to date
2. Verify your wallet has funds (some wallets require a minimum ADA amount)
3. Check that your browser allows pop-ups from your wallet extension
4. Try refreshing the page and attempting the connection again

### Creator Login

For users who want to explore the platform or manage existing agents without making blockchain transactions, Chakra offers a traditional login system.&#x20;

{% hint style="warning" %}
Your agents are tied to your creator account, and not your wallet!
{% endhint %}

#### Creator Login Methods

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You can log in using:

1. **Email and Password** - Traditional authentication using your registered email
2. **Google Account** - Quick authentication using your Google account

#### Email Login Process

1. Click the **Creator Login** button in the top-right corner
2. Enter your email address and password
3. Click **Continue** to proceed to the platform

#### Creating a New Account

If you don't already have a Chakra account:

1. Click the **Sign up** link on the login screen
2. Complete the registration form with your details
3. Verify your email address through the link sent to your inbox
4. Set up your creator profile

#### Forgot Password

If you've forgotten your password:

1. Click the **Forgot password?** link on the login screen
2. Enter your email address
3. Check your email for password reset instructions
4. Follow the link to create a new password

### Authentication Security

Chakra takes security seriously and implements several measures to protect your account:

* **Wallet Connections** - All wallet connections use the CIP-30 standard for secure Cardano dApp connections
* **Email Authentication** - Industry-standard encryption and security practices
* **Session Management** - Automatic session timeouts and secure session handling


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