> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.monitoro.co/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.monitoro.co/overview/start-here.md).

# Start here

## Step 1: Creating an account

You can create an account by going to [this link](https://monitoro.app/getting-started).

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You can then pick the plan that suits you best. [You can compare plans here.](/resources/comparing-plans.md)

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Your monitoro account is now created! 🎉

## Step 2: Installing the monitoro extension

Simply choose your browser below, and then install our extension.

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Click on the "Add" button twice to install the extension.

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Make sure to pin the monitoro extension to create monitors easily. First click on the puzzle icon (1), and then on the pin icon (2) in front of **monitoro**.

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That's it, you're ready to start monitoring!&#x20;

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The next step is to create your first monitor.

{% content-ref url="/pages/tREauNoG3lWLTypqIcse" %}
[Create an Instant Monitor](/guides/create-an-instant-monitor.md)
{% endcontent-ref %}

{% content-ref url="/pages/qvLDDCqTsChUjrbzv7Ly" %}
[Create a Custom Monitor](/guides/create-a-custom-monitor.md)
{% endcontent-ref %}
