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=== How to | === How to create an account === | ||
'''Account creation is | '''Account creation is open to everyone!''' | ||
To | To create an account: | ||
# ''' | # '''Visit the account creation page:''' [https://ceo.wiki/index.php?title=Special:CreateAccount Create an account now] | ||
# ''' | # '''Choose a username''' - Follow our username guidelines below | ||
# '''Provide your email address''' - Required for password recovery | |||
# '''Create a secure password''' | |||
# '''Complete the registration''' - You'll be able to start contributing immediately! | |||
# ''' | |||
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=== Account approval process === | === Account approval process === | ||
Administrators review | Most accounts are created instantly. Administrators may review accounts to ensure: | ||
* Genuine interest in contributing quality content | * Genuine interest in contributing quality content | ||
* Understanding of CEO.wiki's purpose and guidelines | * Understanding of CEO.wiki's purpose and guidelines | ||
* No indication of spam or promotional intent | * No indication of spam or promotional intent | ||
* Valid contact information | * Valid contact information | ||
=== Username guidelines === | === Username guidelines === | ||
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A valid email address is required to: | A valid email address is required to: | ||
* | * Verify your account | ||
* Reset your password if needed | * Reset your password if needed | ||
* Receive notifications (if you enable them) | * Receive notifications (if you enable them) | ||
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* [[CEO.wiki:Code of Conduct|Code of Conduct]] - Community behavior expectations | * [[CEO.wiki:Code of Conduct|Code of Conduct]] - Community behavior expectations | ||
* [[CEO.wiki:Notability guidelines|Notability guidelines]] - What topics are appropriate | * [[CEO.wiki:Notability guidelines|Notability guidelines]] - What topics are appropriate | ||
* [[CEO.wiki: | * [[CEO.wiki:Better sources|Better sources]] - What sources to use | ||
* [[CEO.wiki:Editing help|Editing help]] - Technical editing guide | * [[CEO.wiki:Editing help|Editing help]] - Technical editing guide | ||
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* Contact administrators if you suspect unauthorized access | * Contact administrators if you suspect unauthorized access | ||
=== | === Create your account === | ||
Ready to contribute? '''[https://ceo.wiki/index.php?title=Special:CreateAccount Create your account now]''' | |||
=== Frequently asked questions === | === Frequently asked questions === | ||
'''Q: | '''Q: Is there a cost to create an account?''' | ||
A: | A: No. CEO.wiki accounts are completely free. | ||
'''Q: Can I change my username later?''' | '''Q: Can I change my username later?''' | ||
A: Username changes are possible but discouraged. Choose carefully when creating your account. | A: Username changes are possible but discouraged. Choose carefully when creating your account. | ||
'''Q: Can I create multiple accounts?''' | '''Q: Can I create multiple accounts?''' | ||
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'''Q: What if I forget my password?''' | '''Q: What if I forget my password?''' | ||
A: | A: Use the password reset function on the login page, or contact an administrator. | ||
'''Q: Can organizations create accounts?''' | '''Q: Can organizations create accounts?''' | ||
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A: Accounts should represent individuals, not organizations. If you represent an organization, disclose this on your user page and in your contributions. | A: Accounts should represent individuals, not organizations. If you represent an organization, disclose this on your user page and in your contributions. | ||
=== After | === After creating your account === | ||
Once your account is | Once your account is created: | ||
# Log in with your credentials | # Log in with your credentials | ||
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== Need help? == | == Need help? == | ||
If you have questions about the account | If you have questions about the account creation process: | ||
* Review the [[CEO.wiki:FAQ|Frequently Asked Questions]] | * Review the [[CEO.wiki:FAQ|Frequently Asked Questions]] | ||
* | * Visit the [[CEO.wiki:Community portal|Community portal]] | ||
* Contact us at [[CEO.wiki:Contact|Contact page]] | |||
Thank you for your interest in contributing to CEO.wiki! | Thank you for your interest in contributing to CEO.wiki! | ||
[[Category:CEO.wiki]] | [[Category:CEO.wiki]] | ||
Latest revision as of 02:48, 22 October 2025
Request a CEO.wiki account
Welcome to CEO.wiki! To maintain quality and reduce vandalism, we require all contributors to create an account before editing.
Why accounts are required
CEO.wiki requires account creation to:
- Maintain accountability and reduce vandalism
- Build a trusted community of contributors
- Track contributions and build reputation
- Communicate with other editors
- Enable collaboration and discussion
Account benefits
With a CEO.wiki account, you can:
- Edit and create articles
- Upload images and files
- Participate in community discussions
- Track pages you're interested in with your watchlist
- Customize your editing preferences
- Build a contribution history
How to create an account
Account creation is open to everyone!
To create an account:
- Visit the account creation page: Create an account now
- Choose a username - Follow our username guidelines below
- Provide your email address - Required for password recovery
- Create a secure password
- Complete the registration - You'll be able to start contributing immediately!
Account approval process
Most accounts are created instantly. Administrators may review accounts to ensure:
- Genuine interest in contributing quality content
- Understanding of CEO.wiki's purpose and guidelines
- No indication of spam or promotional intent
- Valid contact information
Username guidelines
When choosing a username:
Do:
- Use a professional, appropriate username
- Choose something you're comfortable being known by
- Keep it simple and easy to remember
Don't:
- Use offensive or inappropriate names
- Impersonate real people (especially CEOs or public figures)
- Use company names (unless you officially represent them)
- Include promotional language
- Use confusing special characters
Email requirements
A valid email address is required to:
- Verify your account
- Reset your password if needed
- Receive notifications (if you enable them)
- Allow communication from administrators if necessary
Your email address will not be publicly displayed and will be kept private in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Before you contribute
Once you have an account, please review:
- How to contribute - Contribution guidelines
- Manual of Style - Writing standards
- Code of Conduct - Community behavior expectations
- Notability guidelines - What topics are appropriate
- Better sources - What sources to use
- Editing help - Technical editing guide
Conflict of interest disclosure
If you plan to edit about:
- Your employer or company
- Organizations you're affiliated with
- People you know personally
- Companies you have financial interests in
You must disclose this on your user page and follow our conflict of interest guidelines. See Conflict of interest guidelines for details.
Account security
To keep your account secure:
- Choose a strong, unique password
- Don't share your login credentials
- Log out when using shared computers
- Contact administrators if you suspect unauthorized access
Create your account
Ready to contribute? Create your account now
Frequently asked questions
Q: Is there a cost to create an account?
A: No. CEO.wiki accounts are completely free.
Q: Can I change my username later?
A: Username changes are possible but discouraged. Choose carefully when creating your account.
Q: Can I create multiple accounts?
A: Multiple accounts are generally not permitted unless you have a specific, legitimate reason and disclosure to administrators.
Q: What if I forget my password?
A: Use the password reset function on the login page, or contact an administrator.
Q: Can organizations create accounts?
A: Accounts should represent individuals, not organizations. If you represent an organization, disclose this on your user page and in your contributions.
After creating your account
Once your account is created:
- Log in with your credentials
- Review the contribution guidelines
- Consider introducing yourself on the Community portal
- Start with small edits to familiarize yourself with the editing process
- Ask questions on article talk pages or the Community portal if you need help
Account responsibilities
By creating an account, you agree to:
- Follow the Code of Conduct
- Contribute in good faith
- Respect copyright and licensing
- Maintain neutrality and accuracy
- Disclose conflicts of interest
- Collaborate respectfully with other editors
Account restrictions
Accounts may be restricted or blocked for:
- Vandalism or disruptive editing
- Violating the Code of Conduct
- Persistent policy violations
- Undisclosed paid editing or promotion
- Harassment of other users
- Copyright violations
Need help?
If you have questions about the account creation process:
- Review the Frequently Asked Questions
- Visit the Community portal
- Contact us at Contact page
Thank you for your interest in contributing to CEO.wiki!