page_title: Getting started with Docker Hub
page_description: Introductory guide to getting an account on Docker Hub
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# Getting Started with Docker Hub


This section provides a quick introduction to the [Docker Hub](https://hub.docker.com),
including how to create an account.

The [Docker Hub](https://hub.docker.com) is a centralized resource for working with
Docker and its components. Docker Hub helps you collaborate with colleagues and get the
most out of Docker.To do this, it provides services such as:

* Docker image hosting.
* User authentication.
* Automated image builds and work-flow tools such as build triggers and web
  hooks.
* Integration with GitHub and BitBucket.

In order to use Docker Hub, you will first need to register and create an account. Don't
worry, creating an account is simple and free.

## Creating a Docker Hub Account

There are two ways for you to register and create an account:

1. Via the web, or
2. Via the command line.

### Register via the web

Fill in the [sign-up form](https://hub.docker.com/account/signup/) by
choosing your user name and password and entering a valid email address. You can also
sign up for the Docker Weekly mailing list, which has lots of information about what's
going on in the world of Docker.

![Register using the sign-up page](/userguide/register-web.png)

### Register via the command line

You can also create a Docker Hub account via the command line with the
`docker login` command.

    $ sudo docker login

### Confirm your email

Once you've filled in the form, check your email for a welcome message asking for
confirmation so we can activate your account.


### Login

After you complete the confirmation process, you can login using the web console:

![Login using the web console](/userguide/login-web.png)

Or via the command line with the `docker login` command:

    $ sudo docker login

Your Docker Hub account is now active and ready to use.

##  Next steps

Next, let's start learning how to Dockerize applications with our "Hello world"
exercise.

Go to [Dockerizing Applications](/userguide/dockerizing).