> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://support.iafcertsearch.org/accreditation-bodies/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://support.iafcertsearch.org/accreditation-bodies/getting-started/activation.md).

# Activation

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**Prerequisite**

* You should be an **Accreditation Body** that is a signatory member of IAF MLA under the main scope ISO/IEC 17021-1.
* An activation link, given by IAF CertSearch
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### Activating your AB Account

1. If you meet the prerequisites, you'll be able to receive the AB activation link. Go to your inbox and open the email sent from ***<info@iafcertsearch.org>*** with the subject **“Activation - IAF”.**
2. Access the activation link from your browser&#x20;
3. Read the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Data Management Provisions. Check the tick boxes.

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4. Complete the Activation form:

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* Company Name
* Country
* Company Industry (optional)
* Email Address
* First Name
* Last Name
* Password
* Captcha
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5. Once done, click the **Create an Account** button
6. You should receive a code via email, *the code will be sent to the email address you used for activation.*
   * Input a **6-digit code**, then click Submit
7. Once verified, click the **Submit** button
8. You have now successfully activated your AB account, proceed to get started.

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### What's Next?

Once you are done setting up your account you can proceed with managing your data. See the following:

> [Manage Profile](/accreditation-bodies/settings/accreditation-body-profile.md)
>
> [Add Accounts](/accreditation-bodies/settings/accounts.md#add-accounts)
>
> [Import Certification Bodies](/accreditation-bodies/data-management/import-certification-body.md)
>
> [Import Certificates](/accreditation-bodies/data-management/import-certification.md)
>
> [Manage Security Settings](/accreditation-bodies/settings/settings/security-settings.md)