How to Create an Account

To submit commitments or report on past pledges, you first need to register and create an account on the GDS Commitments Portal.

Step 1: Start Registration

1. From the portal's homepage, click the Start Submitting Commitments button.
2. On the sign-in screen, locate and click the Create an account link or button.

Step 2: Provide Account Details

You will be asked to fill out a standard registration form.

1. e-mail: Enter a valid email address. This will be your login ID and will be used for verification.
2. password: Create a secure password.
3. first name: Enter your first name.
4. Click Next to proceed to the next step.

Step 3: Set Organisation Details

After creating your basic user account, you must associate it with an organization. If your organization is not yet registered on the portal, you will create a new profile for it.

1. Choose the option to Set details for new organisation.
2. Name: Enter the official name of your organization.
3. Type: Select the category that best fits your organization (e.g., INGO, Government, etc.) from the dropdown menu.
4. Description: Provide a brief description of your organization.
5. Click Next.

Step 4: Verify Your Email

1. Check the inbox of the email address you provided in Step 2.
2. Look for an email from the GDS Portal containing a verification link.
3. Click the link to verify your email address.
4. Return to the portal wizard and click Next.

Step 5: Agree to Terms

1. Read through the provided Terms of Service.
2. Check the box to indicate your agreement.
3. Click Next.

Step 6: Success

Your account and organization profile are now created!

Click the Access GDS commitments Portal link to enter your personalized dashboard ("My Space") where you can begin drafting new commitments.