Getting Started with Stashed#
Welcome to Stashed! This guide will help you create an account and get started with managing your links.
Creating Your Account#
Step 1: Visit Stashed#
Go to stashed.in in your web browser.
Step 2: Sign Up#
Click the Sign Up or Log In button (usually in the top-right corner).
Step 3: Choose Authentication Method#
You can sign up using:
- Google OAuth — Quick sign-in with your Google account (recommended)
- Email/Password — Traditional email registration
Step 4: Complete Your Profile#
After signing in, you’ll be prompted to:
- Choose a username (unique identifier for your profile)
- Add your full name (optional, displayed publicly)
- Upload an avatar (optional, helps others recognize you)
Understanding the Interface#
Navigation Bar#
- Home — Browse public stashes and discover content
- My Stashes — Access all your created stashes
- Create Stash — Button to create a new stash
- Profile — Access your profile settings and account options
Dashboard#
Your personal dashboard shows:
- Stashes you’ve created
- Recently viewed stashes
- Quick actions for creating new content
Account Settings#
Accessing Settings#
Click your profile avatar in the navigation bar and select Settings or Profile.
What You Can Configure#
- Username — Your unique identifier (may be limited to one change)
- Display Name — How your name appears publicly
- Avatar — Profile picture (upload from your device)
- Bio — Short description about yourself
- Banner — Cover image for your profile page
API Tokens (Advanced)#
For developers, you can generate API tokens to interact with Stashed programmatically. Keep these tokens secure and never share them publicly.
Security Best Practices#
- Use Strong Authentication — If using email, choose a strong password
- Keep Email Updated — Ensure your email is current for account recovery
- Review Connected Accounts — Check which OAuth providers are linked
- Log Out on Shared Devices — Always log out when using public computers
Next Steps#
Now that you have an account:
Troubleshooting#
Can’t Sign In?#
- Clear your browser cache and cookies
- Try a different browser
- Ensure you’re using the correct authentication method
Profile Not Loading?#
- Check your internet connection
- Refresh the page
- Try logging out and back in
Need to Delete Account?#
Contact support through the settings page or email support for account deletion requests.
