{%hackmd rJ_1SdPkxx %} # Registration and binding Register through the [**HackMD Log-in Page** <i class="fa fa-external-link"></i>](https://hackmd.io/login) ## What platforms can I log in through? You can log in to HackMD through multiple platforms, including Facebook, Google, X (Twitter), Github, Dropbox, and more. You can also bind multiple platforms to reduce the risk of being unable to log in due to a lost, deactivated, or forgotten password for a single platform account. ## Email verification #### If you use a third-party platform to log in... To ensure the security of your account, please go to [<i class="fa fa-cog" aria-hidden="true"></i>**Settings**](https://hackmd.io/settings#general) to fill in your email address and create your own password. ![image](https://hackmd.io/_uploads/r1x35eMPJx.png) ## FAQ #### What are the benefits of email verification? Email verification primarily affects the **Forgot password** functionality. In our daily lives, we often struggle with numerous tool accounts and login methods when it comes to notes and work. Sometimes, we forget our passwords when we have too many accounts. &nbsp; # Next... {%hackmd @docs/base-theme %} <a href="/s/how-to-choose-language" class="link-card ml-3"> Choose your interface language <i class="fa fa-angle-right" aria-hidden="true"></i> </a>