---
id: access-dashboard
title: Accessing Dashboard
description: The TrustLab Dashboard is your central command center for managing certificates.
---

import { Callout, Steps, Cards, Card } from 'nextra/components'
import { Monitor, Smartphone, LayoutDashboard, Key, Shield, Info, Clock, AlertTriangle } from 'lucide-react'

# Accessing Dashboard

The **TrustLab Dashboard** is your central command center for managing certificates. Here you can request new certificates, download keys, and manage existing ones.

![TrustLab Login Interface](/images/guide/login-screen.png)

## Authentication Methods

We prioritize security by offering modern, passwordless authentication options.

<Cards>
  <Card icon={<Shield className="w-6 h-6" />} title="SSO (Google / GitHub)" href="#1-single-sign-on-sso" arrow />
  <Card icon={<Key className="w-6 h-6" />} title="Magic Link (Email)" href="#2-magic-link" arrow />
</Cards>

### 1. Single Sign-On (SSO)
The fastest way to log in. Click **Continue with Google** or **Continue with GitHub**.

<Callout type="info" emoji={<Info className="w-5 h-5" />}>
**SSO Behavior:**
*   **Existing Users:** You can only Log In via SSO if your email address is already registered.
*   **New Users:** You can **Register** a new account instantly by clicking the Social Login buttons on the *Sign In* or *Sign Up* page.
</Callout>

### 2. Magic Link
Secure, passwordless login via email.

<Steps>
### Enter Email
Input your registered email address in the login form and click **"Continue with Email"**.

### Check Inbox
You will receive an email with a unique, time-sensitive login link.

### Click to Verify
Click the **"Sign in to TrustLab"** button in the email. You will be instantly logged in to the dashboard.
</Steps>

<Callout type="warning" emoji={<Clock className="w-5 h-5" />}>
  **Expiration:** Magic links are valid for **15 minutes** only. If it expires, simply request a new one by entering your email again.
</Callout>

## Dashboard Overview

Upon successful login, you will land on the main dashboard.

![TrustLab Dashboard Overview](/images/guide/dashboard-screen.png)

This central hub allows you to access:
*   **Active Certificates**: View all valid certificates issued to you.
*   **Request Certificate**: The wizard to generate a new Private Key and CSR.
*   **Revocation**: Interface to mark lost or compromised certificates as invalid.

## Registration

New users can create an account to start managing certificates.

![TrustLab Registration Interface](/images/guide/register-screen.png)

<Steps>
### Option A: Social Registration (Instant)
1. Click **Continue with Google** or **Continue with GitHub**.
2. **Set Password:** First, ensure you have [**Installed the Root CA**](/guide/getting-started/install-root-ca) on your device.count.

![Set Password Screen](/images/guide/set-password-after-social-screen.png)

### Option B: Email Registration
1.  Click **"Sign up"** or fill the form.
2.  Provide your details and password.
3.  **Verify Email:** Click the link sent to your inbox to activate.
</Steps>

## Password Recovery

If you lose access to your account, you can reset your password securely.

![TrustLab Forgot Password Interface](/images/guide/forgot-password-screen.png)

1. Click **"Forgot password?"** on the login screen.
2. Enter your registered email address.
3. Check your inbox for a password reset link.
4. Create a new password and log in.

## Troubleshooting

### I didn't receive the Magic Link
*   **Check Spam/Junk**: It often lands there for corporate domains.
*   **Wait 1-2 Minutes**: Email delivery can sometimes be delayed.
*   **Whitelist Sender**: Add `@trustlab.dyzulk.com` to your email provider's **Safe Senders** list to prevent it from being blocked.

### Access Denied / User Not Found
*   **Typos**: Double-check your email address.
*   **Not Registered**: If you haven't created an account yet, please **Sign Up** first. You cannot log in via SSO if your email is not in our system (unless you use the Sign Up flow).
