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

# Create your account

> Pick a username and avatar to complete your Faction Trade profile.

After connecting your wallet, a two-step onboarding flow guides you through setting up your trader identity. This only takes a moment.

## Step 1: Choose your username

Your username is how other traders will see you in chat, on leaderboards, and across the platform.

**Username rules:**

* 3 to 20 characters long
* Letters, numbers, and underscores only
* Must be unique — the app checks availability in real time
* A green checkmark means the name is available, a red X means it is taken

<Tip>
  You can change your username later from **Profile > Appearance**. Pick something memorable — this is your trader identity.
</Tip>

## Step 2: Pick your avatar

Choose from 12 preset pixel art avatars. Your avatar appears next to your name in chat messages and on your profile.

Select the one you like and click **Complete** to finish onboarding.

<Note>
  You can change your avatar at any time from **Profile > Appearance**. More customization options are coming soon.
</Note>

## What happens next

Once you complete both steps, you are dropped into the app and can start exploring. Head to the **Trade** page to place your first trade or check out **Social** to join the chat.