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First Login Guide

Welcome to Core Tracker! This guide will help you set up your account and get started with the application.

Creating Your Account

Step 1: Sign Up

  1. Go to Core Tracker: Navigate to https://app.coretracker.io
  2. Click Sign Up: On the homepage, click "Sign Up" or "Get Started"
  3. Enter Your Information:
  4. Email address
  5. Password (choose a strong password)
  6. Confirm your password
  7. Accept Terms: Read and accept the terms of service
  8. Click Create Account

Create Account Screen

Create your Core Tracker account

Step 2: Email Verification

  1. Check Your Email: Look for a verification email from Core Tracker
  2. Click Verify: Click the verification link in the email
  3. Return to App: You'll be redirected back to Core Tracker

Email Verification Screen

Verify your email address

Step 3: Set Up Two-Factor Authentication (Required)

After email verification, you'll be prompted to set up MFA:

  1. Download Authenticator App: Install one of these apps on your phone:
  2. Google Authenticator (iOS/Android)
  3. Microsoft Authenticator (iOS/Android)
  4. Authy (iOS/Android)
  5. 1Password (iOS/Android)

  6. Any other TOTP-compatible authenticator app

  7. Scan QR Code: Use your authenticator app to scan the QR code displayed

  8. Enter Verification Code: Enter the 6-digit code from your authenticator app
  9. Save Backup Codes: Save your backup codes in a secure location
  10. Complete Setup: Click "Complete Setup" to finish

MFA Setup Screen

Set up two-factor authentication

Can't find the email?

Check your spam/junk folder. The verification email might have been filtered there.

Logging In

Step 1: Access Login Page

  1. Go to Core Tracker: Navigate to https://app.coretracker.io
  2. Click Login: Click "Login" or "Sign In"

Step 2: Enter Credentials

  1. Email: Enter your registered email address
  2. Password: Enter your password
  3. Click Login: Click the login button

Step 3: Two-Factor Authentication (Mandatory)

Core Tracker requires two-factor authentication for ALL users - this is not optional. You must set up an authenticator app:

  1. Download Authenticator App: Install one of these apps on your phone:
  2. Google Authenticator (iOS/Android)
  3. Microsoft Authenticator (iOS/Android)
  4. Authy (iOS/Android)
  5. 1Password (iOS/Android)

  6. Any other TOTP-compatible authenticator app

  7. Set Up MFA: You will be prompted to set up MFA - this is mandatory

  8. Enter Code: Enter the 6-digit code from your authenticator app
  9. Click Verify: Click verify to complete login

MFA Code Entry Screen

Enter your 6-digit MFA code from your authenticator app

Setting Up Your Profile

Basic Information

  1. Full Name: Enter your full name
  2. Role: Select your role (e.g., Medical Student, Resident, etc.)

Preferences

  1. Notifications: Choose your notification preferences
  2. Theme: Select light or dark mode

First-Time Setup

Dashboard Overview

After logging in, you'll see the Core Tracker dashboard:

  • Welcome Message: Introduction to the app
  • Quick Actions: Shortcuts to common tasks
  • Recent Activity: Your recent rotations, cases, and goals
  • Notifications: Important updates and reminders

The main navigation includes: - Dashboard: Your main overview page - Rotations: Manage your clinical rotations - Cases: Log and track medical cases - Goals: Set and monitor learning objectives - Notifications: View all notifications - Profile: Manage your account settings

Getting Started Checklist

  • [ ] Create account and verify email
  • [ ] Complete profile setup
  • [ ] Set notification preferences
  • [ ] Add your first rotation
  • [ ] Log your first case
  • [ ] Set your first learning goal
  • [ ] Install the mobile app (PWA)

Next Steps

Now that you're logged in and set up:

  1. Explore the Dashboard - Learn about your main overview page
  2. Add Your First Rotation - Start tracking your clinical rotations
  3. Log Your First Case - Record medical cases
  4. Set Goals - Track your progress with CPT code and case count goals

Troubleshooting Login Issues

Forgot Password?

  1. Go to Login Page: Navigate to the login page
  2. Click "Forgot Password": Click the forgot password link
  3. Enter Email: Enter your registered email address
  4. Check Email: Look for password reset instructions
  5. Reset Password: Follow the link to create a new password

Account Locked?

If your account is locked due to too many failed login attempts: 1. Wait 15 minutes: The account will automatically unlock 2. Contact Support: If the problem persists, contact our support team

Email Verification Issues?

  1. Check Spam Folder: Look for the verification email in spam/junk
  2. Request New Email: Click "Resend verification email" on the login page
  3. Contact Support: If you still don't receive the email, contact support

Security Tips

  • Strong Password: Use a strong, unique password
  • Two-Factor Authentication: Enable 2FA for extra security
  • Logout: Always logout when using shared devices
  • Secure Connection: Only use Core Tracker over HTTPS

Need Help?

If you're having trouble with your first login: - Visit our Troubleshooting section - Check Support for contact information - Review the Installation Guide if you haven't set up the app yet