Creating Your Account
Let's get you set up with a Slidepicker account! ๐
Why Create an Account?โ
Without an account:
- โ Use the editor
- โ Create presentations
- โ Use all features
- โ Can't save presentations
- โ Can't upload images
- โ Lose work if browser closes
With an account:
- โ Everything above, PLUS:
- โ Save presentations forever
- โ Access from any device
- โ Upload and manage images
- โ Sync across devices
- โ Upgrade to Premium later
You can use Slidepicker without an account. Create one when you're ready to save your work!
How to Sign Upโ
Method 1: Email Magic Link (Easiest!)โ
No password to remember!
Step 1: Click Sign Inโ
Look at the top right corner of the page and click the Sign In button.
Step 2: Enter Your Emailโ
- A popup appears
- Type your email address
- Click Send Magic Link
Step 3: Check Your Emailโ
- Open your email inbox
- Look for email from Slidepicker
- Click the link in the email
- Done! You're logged in! ๐
- Check your spam folder
- Wait 1-2 minutes (sometimes it's slow)
- Make sure you typed email correctly
- Try again with "Sign in with Google" instead
Step 4: You're In!โ
You'll see your email or name in the top right corner. That means you're logged in!
Method 2: Google Account (Super Fast!)โ
Already have a Google account? Use it!
Step 1: Click Sign Inโ
Top right corner โ Click Sign In button
Step 2: Choose Googleโ
Click the Sign in with Google button
Step 3: Authorizeโ
- Google popup appears
- Choose your Google account
- Click Continue or Allow
- Done! You're logged in! ๐
After first time, signing in with Google is just one click!
What Happens Next?โ
Once signed in:
- Your name appears in the top right
- Save button becomes available
- Open button lets you access saved presentations
- Upload images by dragging and dropping
Your Profileโ
Click your name/email in the top right to see:
- โ๏ธ Your email address
- ๐ค Account type (Free or Premium)
- ๐ช Sign Out button
Security & Privacyโ
Your Data is Safeโ
- ๐ Encrypted connection (HTTPS)
- ๐ Secure authentication
- ๐ก๏ธ Password-free (magic link) or Google OAuth
- ๐๏ธ Backed up in the cloud
We Don't:โ
- โ Sell your data
- โ Send spam emails
- โ Share your presentations
- โ Access your presentations without permission
We Do:โ
- โ Store your presentations securely
- โ Send only important emails (login links, updates)
- โ Keep your data private
- โ Allow you to delete everything anytime
Managing Your Accountโ
Signing Outโ
- Click your name (top right)
- Click Sign Out
- Done!
Your presentations stay saved. You can sign back in anytime!
Signing In on Another Deviceโ
Same process:
- Go to slidepicker.com
- Click Sign In
- Use email magic link or Google
- All your presentations appear!
Multiple Devicesโ
Your account works on:
- ๐ป Computer
- ๐ฑ Phone
- ๐ฅ๏ธ Tablet
- ๐ Any device with a web browser!
Everything syncs automatically!
Troubleshootingโ
"Magic link already used"โ
Problem: Clicked the magic link twice
Solution: The link only works once. Request a new one if you're not logged in.
"Google sign-in not working"โ
Problem: Popup blocked or Google error
Solutions:
- Allow popups for slidepicker.com
- Try a different browser
- Use email magic link instead
- Clear browser cache and try again
"Can't remember if I have an account"โ
Solution: Just enter your email and request a magic link. If you have an account, you'll log in. If not, a new account is created!
"Want to use different email"โ
Solution:
- Sign out of current account
- Sign in with new email
- Create new account
Your old presentations stay with the old account. Download them first if you want to keep them!
Free vs Premium Accountsโ
Free Account (What You Get Now)โ
Completely Free Forever!
- โ Unlimited presentations
- โ All editing features
- โ All templates
- โ Cloud storage
- โ Access anywhere
Only difference:
- "Made by Slidepicker" badge on slides
Premium Account ($9/month or $49/year)โ
Upgrade anytime for:
- โ No branding - Remove "Made by Slidepicker" badge
- โ PDF Export - Download as PDF
- โ PNG Export - Save slides as images
- โ Share Online - Public links (coming soon)
- โ 7-day free trial - Try before you buy!