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# I Am a New Vendor on BoothCentral, How Do I Get Started?

# Welcome to BoothCentral!

We’re excited to have you join our vendor community. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you get started and prepare for your first event.

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### Step 1: Create Your Vendor Account

1. Go to my.boothcentral.com 
2. Click **Sign Up** on the upper right side of the page. 

![Sign Up](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/e/7/e/6/e7e612ee4346f800/imageluu7hi_1q505op.png)
3. Click **Join As Booth Host or Vendor** 

![Join as Booth Host or Vendor](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/e/7/e/6/e7e612ee4346f800/image6kpdwo-11vj5la4_ui5v5e.png)
4. Fill out all required fields to create your vendor account, then click the **Register** to complete your sign-up. You will receive a **Welcome Email** from us shortly after registering.
5. After clicking **Register**, you will be directed to the next page and will be asked to enter the **Verification Code** sent to your inbox. If you don’t see it within a few minutes, be sure to check your spam or junk folder.

![Enter Verification Code](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/e/7/e/6/e7e612ee4346f800/image_1je9tma.png)
7. Check your inbox for the **Please Verify Your Email Address** message, then Copy and Paste the **Verification Code** provided to **verify** your vendor account.

![Verification Code Email](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/e/7/e/6/e7e612ee4346f800/image_g4jber.png)
|| If you still haven’t received the email, you can click Resend Verification Code to request a new code. 

![Resend Verification Code](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/e/7/e/6/e7e612ee4346f800/image_1dqq42b.png)

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### Step 2: Search for Your Event.

After setting up your account, the next step is to find the event you want to apply to.

1. Click on the **Upcoming Events** tab in the top navigation bar. 

![Upcoming Events](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/e/7/e/6/e7e612ee4346f800/image_y4mh5l.png)
3. Click on the bar to **Search for Events.** ( Link for how to search your events)

![Search For Events](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/e/7/e/6/e7e612ee4346f800/image_1oa0sx2.png)
4. You can also filter your events by **month, category and location.** 

![Filter Search](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/e/7/e/6/e7e612ee4346f800/image_rgnl5f.png)
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### Step 3: How to Apply for an Event.

1. After searching for your event you want to join, click **Apply.** 

![Apply for the Event](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/e/7/e/6/e7e612ee4346f800/apply-for-the-event_1ms4y5w.gif)
| Tip: Always review the “Important Information” section when starting your application. It contains essential details like refund policies, deadlines, and any special instructions provided by the event organizer.

2. Once you clicked apply, you may now **Start** your **Application**. 

![Start Application](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/e/7/e/6/e7e612ee4346f800/image_drivjp.png)

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### Need Help with Our Platform?

If you need assistance using BoothCentral, you can reach out to us through **Live Chat** or email us at support@boothcentral.com. We're here to help!

![Live Chat](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/e/7/e/6/e7e612ee4346f800/live-chat_1g2urtx.gif)