Account Setup
This guide walks you through creating your Hanc.AI account, verifying your identity, and completing the initial setup.
Before You Begin
You will need:
- Email address — For account verification and notifications
- Phone number — For identity verification (SMS code)
- 5-10 minutes — For the complete setup process
Step 1: Access the Platform
1.1 Open the Registration Page
- Open your web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge recommended)
- Navigate to app.hanc.ai
- Click the "Sign Up" button in the top-right corner
Bookmark the page for easy access: https://app.hanc.ai
Step 2: Create Your Account
2.1 Fill Out the Registration Form
You'll see a registration form with the following fields:
Purpose of Use
Select why you're creating an account:
| Option | Best For |
|---|---|
| Customer Support | Handling customer inquiries, FAQs |
| Sales | Lead qualification, product information |
| Appointments | Booking, scheduling, reminders |
| Other | Custom use cases |
This helps us customize your experience. You can change this later.
Company Name
Enter your business or project name.
Examples:
- "ABC Dental Clinic"
- "Schmidt & Partner Law Firm"
- "Maria's Beauty Salon"
- "TechStart GmbH"
Website or Description
Either:
- Enter your website URL (e.g.,
www.yourbusiness.com) - Or briefly describe your business (e.g., "Dental clinic in Vienna with 3 dentists")
Email Address
Enter a valid email address. This will be used for:
- Account verification
- Password recovery
- Important notifications
- Billing communications
Use an email you check regularly. Some features require email verification.
Password
Create a secure password:
Requirements:
- Minimum 8 characters
- Recommended: Mix of letters, numbers, and symbols
Good password examples:
MyDental2024!VoiceAgent#Secure
Avoid:
- Simple passwords like
123456orpassword - Personal information like birthdays
Terms Agreement
Check the box to agree to:
- Terms of Service
- Privacy Policy
You can read these documents by clicking the links.
Referral Source
Select how you heard about Hanc.AI:
- Google Search
- Social Media
- Referral
- Event/Conference
- Other
Step 3: Phone Verification
3.1 Enter Your Phone Number
- Select your country code (e.g., +43 for Austria, +49 for Germany)
- Enter your phone number without the leading zero
Format examples:
| Country | Your number | Enter as |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | 0664 123 4567 | +43 664 123 4567 |
| Germany | 0170 123 4567 | +49 170 123 4567 |
| Switzerland | 079 123 4567 | +41 79 123 4567 |
3.2 Complete CAPTCHA
Click the "I'm not a robot" checkbox and complete any visual challenge if prompted.
3.3 Receive Verification Code
- Click "Send Code" or "Continue"
- Wait for SMS (usually arrives within 30 seconds)
- Enter the 6-digit code in the verification field
- Check you entered the correct number
- Wait 60 seconds before requesting a new code
- Check your SMS inbox (not email)
- Some VoIP numbers may not work
Step 4: Account Confirmation
4.1 Registration Complete
After successful verification:
- You'll see a confirmation message
- Wait a few seconds for automatic redirect
- Click any button to enter your dashboard
Congratulations! Your account is now active.
Step 5: Initial Dashboard Setup
5.1 First Login Experience
When you first enter the dashboard, you may see:
- Welcome tutorial — Brief platform introduction
- Quick setup wizard — Optional guided configuration
- Empty dashboard — Ready for you to create your first agent
5.2 Dashboard Overview
Your dashboard shows:
┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ HANC.AI [User Menu ▼] │
├─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ │
│ ┌─────────────┐ │
│ │ Dashboard │ ← Main metrics and overview │
│ ├─────────────┤ │
│ │Voice Agents │ ← Create and manage agents │
│ ├─────────────┤ │
│ │Knowledge │ ← Upload business information │
│ │Base │ │
│ ├─────────────┤ │
│ │Phone │ ← Manage phone numbers │
│ │Numbers │ │
│ ├─────────────┤ │
│ │Call Logs │ ← View conversation history │
│ ├─────────────┤ │
│ │Integration │ ← Connect external services │
│ ├─────────────┤ │
│ │Team │ ← Invite team members │
│ ├─────────────┤ │
│ │Settings │ ← Profile and billing │
│ └─────────────┘ │
│ │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘
Step 6: Complete Your Profile (Optional but Recommended)
6.1 Access Profile Settings
- Click your name/avatar in the top-right corner
- Select "Settings" or "Profile"
6.2 Profile Information
Complete your profile with:
| Field | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Displayed in team views and communications |
| Profile Photo | Visual identification (optional) |
| Timezone | Ensures correct time display in analytics |
| Language | Platform interface language (EN, DE available) |
6.3 Notification Preferences
Configure how you receive notifications:
- Email notifications — For important updates
- Call summaries — After each agent conversation
- Weekly reports — Analytics digest
Alternative Sign-Up Methods
Google Sign-In
- Click "Sign in with Google"
- Select your Google account
- Authorize Hanc.AI access
- Complete phone verification (still required)
Benefits:
- No password to remember
- Faster login process
- Secure OAuth authentication
Account Security
Password Management
To change your password:
- Go to Settings → Profile
- Click "Change Password"
- Enter current password
- Enter new password (twice)
- Save changes
Forgot Password?
- Go to the login page
- Click "Forgot Password?"
- Enter your email
- Check your inbox for reset link
- Click link and create new password
Password reset links expire after 1 hour.
Session Security
- Sessions last for 5 days
- Logging out clears your session
- Use incognito/private browsing on shared computers
Subscription Plans
After registration, you start with a Free Plan:
| Plan | Price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | €0/month | 1 agent, limited calls, basic features |
| Starter | €XX/month | More agents, more calls, knowledge base |
| Pro | €XX/month | Unlimited agents, advanced analytics, priority support |
| Agency | €XX/month | Multi-workspace, white-label, API access |
You can upgrade anytime from Settings → Billing.
Troubleshooting Registration
"Email already registered"
Cause: You or someone used this email before.
Solutions:
- Try logging in instead
- Use "Forgot Password" to recover access
- Use a different email address
"Phone number already used"
Cause: This phone was used for another account.
Solutions:
- Use a different phone number
- Contact support if this is your number
"Verification code invalid"
Cause: Code expired or entered incorrectly.
Solutions:
- Request a new code
- Enter the code quickly (codes expire in 10 minutes)
- Check for typos
"Registration failed"
Cause: Technical issue or validation error.
Solutions:
- Refresh the page and try again
- Clear browser cache
- Try a different browser
- Contact support if issue persists
Next Steps
Your account is ready! Continue with:
- Platform Overview — Learn the dashboard interface
- Your First Agent — Create your first voice agent
- Knowledge Base Setup — Upload your business information
Need Help?
- Email: support@hanc.ai
- Response time: Within 24 hours for account issues