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

# Getting started as a client

> Accept an invitation, create your account, and learn to navigate the dashboard.

If you've received an invitation email from a Shootbin photographer, this guide walks you through accepting it and getting started.

## Accepting an invitation

<Steps>
  <Step title="Check your email">
    The project owner sends you an invitation email with a link to join the project. If you don't see it, check your spam folder.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Account">
    If you're new to Shootbin, your account will be set-up automatically. You do not need a password and you can login with the login-link sent to your e-mail adres whenever you visit shootbin.com/login\
    However, if you prefer to log in with a password, you can set one by visiting your account settings at shootbin.com/user/profile

    If you already have a Shootbin account, the new project is added to your account.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Access the project">
    After accepting, the project appears on your dashboard. Click on it to open the project and start reviewing.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Warning>
  The email address you use to login must exactly match the one the owner invited.
</Warning>

## Navigating the dashboard

Your dashboard shows all projects you have been invited to. Each project card displays:

* **Project name** and status (draft, in review, or complete)
* A badge showing the number of new annotations or updates since your last visit
* Quick actions to open the project or view recent activity

## Roles at a glance

Shootbin has two roles for non-owners. Your role is assigned by the project owner when they invite you.

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Approver" icon="badge-check">
    Full review access. You can browse albums, approve or reject photos, add annotations, send the project back for edits, mark it complete, and download delivery files.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Guest" icon="eye">
    View-only access. You can browse albums and photos and view existing annotations, but you cannot approve, reject, annotate, or participate in the review workflow.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

You cannot change your own role, contact the project owner if you need different permissions.