> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.zipwire.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.zipwire.io/zipwire-attest/get-started.md).

# Get Started

## Sign-up

Zipwire uses passkeys and wallet authentication to sign in securely without passwords. You can create a passkey in your browser, or if you're at work and want to keep it personal, scan a QR code with your phone to sign in. Alternatively, you can connect your Ethereum wallet directly. When you sign in, we'll create a new user account and link it to your authentication method.

If you're new to Zipwire and signing up via the Zipwire Attest promo page, you'll be registered as an individual - no workplace or business account is needed for Attest.

## Step 1: Connect your wallet

Attestations are claimed to an Ethereum wallet, so before anything else Zipwire needs one connected to your account.

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Supported wallets include browser extensions (MetaMask, Coinbase Wallet, and similar) and mobile wallets via WalletConnect, plus Smart Wallets such as Coinbase Smart Wallet. See [Connect Your Wallet](/fundamentals/security/wallet-connections.md) for the full list.
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You only need to do this once. Once connected, any attestation you claim later will be sent to this wallet.

## Step 2: Set your document locale

Next, choose your document locale from your account settings. This tells Zipwire which government-issued document types to expect during your ID check (for example, which country's passport or driving licence format), and it's also where your ID documents are held in Zipwire's encrypted store.

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You can change this later, but it's worth getting right the first time since it determines what Zipwire asks you to upload during ID verification.
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## Step 3: Start your ID check

Head to your dashboard. Once your wallet is connected, you'll see a call to action there to start your ID check. This uses our Yoti integration - the same technology trusted by banks and government services - and normally only takes a few minutes.

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If you don't see the ID check card on your dashboard, it may be because your wallet isn't connected yet - go back to Step 1 first.
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## Step 4: Claim your attestations

Once your ID check succeeds, you'll be able to claim attestations directly to your connected wallet - starting with "IsAHuman" and any Private Data attestations that apply to your documents. See [Claiming Attestations](https://github.com/zipwireapp/gbk-tz-docs/tree/main/zipwire-attest/claiming-attestations.md) for what happens next.

## What's next

For a full step-by-step journey to get a JWT ProofPack with a claim like nationality (including attestation, delegation, and the Mint API), see [Getting a ProofPack JWT with a Nationality Claim](/zipwire-attest/getting-a-proofpack-jwt-with-nationality.md).

That's it. If you have any trouble, please reach out to our support team.