> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.pixwel.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Signing in & sessions

> How you sign in to Pixwel, reset a forgotten password, stay signed in, and sign out.

## Signing in

Sign in at [platform.pixwel.com](https://platform.pixwel.com) with your email and password. If your account (or your studio) requires [two-factor authentication](/features/security/two-factor-authentication), you'll also confirm a verification link sent to your email.

New accounts need approval before they work — see [Accounts & passwords](/guides/accounts-and-passwords) for how to request credentials.

## Forgot your password

<Steps>
  <Step title="Start a reset">
    On the login page, click **Forgot Password?** and enter your email.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Check your email">
    You'll get a password reset link from **[notifications@pixwel.com](mailto:notifications@pixwel.com)**. (If it doesn't arrive, check spam.)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Set a new password">
    Follow the link and enter your new password. Reset links expire, so use it promptly — if it lapses, just request another.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Staying signed in and signing out

You stay signed in for a session; you'll be asked to sign in again periodically. To sign out, open your **avatar menu** (bottom-left) and click **Log Out**.

<Tip>
  On a shared or public computer, always **Log Out** when you're done.
</Tip>

## Programmatic access (API tokens)

For scripts and integrations, don't share your password — create a **Personal Access Token** instead. Tokens act with your account's permissions, can be revoked anytime, and are managed under **Preferences → API Tokens**. See [API tokens](/features/preferences/api-tokens).