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

# Login and Account Management

> How to log in, create an account, and manage your ChurchBuddy account

# Login and Account Management

ChurchBuddy uses a simple email-based login system with one-time passwords (OTP) for secure access.

## Logging In

### Step 1: Request One-Time Password

1. Go to the ChurchBuddy website at [church.worshipbuddy.org](https://church.worshipbuddy.org)
2. Enter your **email address**
3. Click **"Request One-Time Password"**
4. Check your email for a 6-digit OTP code

<Info>
  **Tip**: Make sure to check your spam folder if you don't see the email within a few minutes.
</Info>

### Step 2: Enter OTP

1. Enter the 6-digit OTP code from your email
2. Click **"Verify One-Time Password"**
3. You'll be logged in and redirected to your organizations page

### Changing Your Email

If you entered the wrong email address:

1. Click **"Edit Email"** or similar button
2. Enter the correct email address
3. Request a new OTP

## Creating a New Account

If you don't have a ChurchBuddy account yet:

1. Enter your email and request an OTP (as above)
2. After verifying the OTP, you'll be prompted to create an account
3. Fill in the required information:
   * **First Name** (required)
   * **Last Name** (required)
   * **Church** (required) — labeled "Church" in the login form
4. Click **Complete Account**

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  **Note**: You'll only need to create your account once. After that, you can log in with just your email and OTP.
</Info>

## Mobile App Login

The mobile app uses slightly different button labels:

| Step                 | Mobile label            |
| -------------------- | ----------------------- |
| Enter email          | **Continue**            |
| OTP field            | **Verification Code**   |
| Verify OTP           | **Verify**              |
| Change email         | **Change**              |
| Resend code          | **Resend Code**         |
| Account church field | **Church/Organization** |
| Create account       | **Create Account**      |

Web uses **Request One-Time Password**, **Verify One-Time Password**, and **Complete Account** for the same steps.

## Joining an Organization

After logging in, you'll see your organizations page. To join a new organization:

1. Click **Join Organization** on the web organizations page, or tap **Join Org** on the mobile Dashboard
2. Enter the **Organization ID** provided by your organization's admin
3. Click **"Join"**
4. You'll be added to the organization and can start viewing schedules

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  **Tip**: Ask your organization's administrator for the Organization ID if you don't have it.
</Info>

## Signing Out

**Web:**

* **Organizations list:** Click the **user icon** → **Sign Out** in the dropdown
* **Inside an org:** Click the **user icon** → Profile sidebar → **Sign Out**

**Mobile:**

1. Back out to the account **Dashboard** (org picker)
2. Tap the gear icon → **Settings**
3. Tap **Sign Out** and confirm

Sign Out is not available from inside an org — the header gear opens **My Profile**, not account Settings.

You'll need to log in again with your email and OTP to access ChurchBuddy.

## Account Information

Your account stores:

* Email address (used for login)
* First name and last name
* Church/Organization name
* Organizations you belong to
* Your schedule and availability preferences

You can view your name and email from the user icon (web) or **Dashboard → Settings** (mobile).

## Troubleshooting

**Didn't receive OTP email:**

* Check your spam/junk folder
* Verify you entered the correct email address
* Wait a few minutes and try again
* Contact support if the problem persists

**OTP expired or invalid:**

* Request a new OTP
* Make sure you enter all 6 digits correctly
* OTPs expire after a set time, so request a fresh one if needed

**Can't remember which email you used:**

* Try the email address you typically use for church/organization communications
* Contact your organization's admin - they can see which email is associated with your account
* Contact support for assistance

**Account information is incorrect:**

* Contact your organization's Owner or Admin - they can update your information
* Or contact support for assistance