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

# Account Setup

> Create your Nativeline account and choose a plan

# Account Setup

Your Nativeline account lets you save projects, track usage, and access premium features. Here's how to get set up.

## Creating an Account

When you create your first app (or try to access account features), you'll be prompted to create an account.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Enter your email">
    Type your email address in the signup form.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Check your inbox">
    You'll receive an 8-digit verification code within a minute.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter the code">
    Type the 8-digit code into Nativeline to verify your email.
  </Step>

  <Step title="You're in!">
    Your account is created and ready to use.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Tip>
  Check your spam folder if you don't see the verification email. It comes from nativeline.ai.
</Tip>

***

## Choosing a Plan

Nativeline uses a "bits" system to measure AI usage. Different plans give you different amounts of bits each month.

### Understanding Bits

Bits represent your AI usage budget. They're consumed per message:

| Action                      | Bits per Message |
| --------------------------- | ---------------- |
| Simple change (color, text) | 10-15 bits       |
| New feature                 | 25-40 bits       |
| New screen                  | 30-50 bits       |
| First app generation        | 40-50 bits       |

For a detailed breakdown, see [Plans & Pricing](/introduction/plans-and-pricing).

### Available Plans

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Builder — $25/month" icon="hammer">
    **1,000 bits included**

    * AI builds your app automatically
    * AI fixes issues for you
    * Unlimited projects
    * Test in iOS Simulator
    * Perfect for getting started
  </Card>

  <Card title="Pro — $50/month" icon="star">
    **2,250 bits included**

    Everything in Builder, plus:

    * Full code editor access
    * View and edit Swift code
    * Detailed build information
    * Most popular choice
  </Card>

  <Card title="Scale — $100-1,000/month" icon="rocket">
    **4,800-50,000 bits**

    Everything in Pro, plus:

    * Customize your bit amount
    * Priority support
    * Early access to new features
    * For serious builders
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

### Which Plan Should I Choose?

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="I'm just getting started" icon="seedling">
    Start with **Builder** (\$25/month). It gives you enough bits to build a simple app and learn how Nativeline works. You can upgrade anytime if you need more.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="I want to see and edit the code" icon="code">
    Choose **Pro** (\$50/month). The code editor lets you make quick tweaks yourself and learn Swift by seeing what the AI generates.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="I'm building multiple apps or complex features" icon="layer-group">
    Consider **Scale** (\$100+/month). You can choose your exact bit amount based on your needs, and you get priority support.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

***

## Managing Your Account

### Checking Your Usage

Your remaining bits are displayed in the Nativeline app:

* Look for the usage indicator in the toolbar
* A warning appears when you've used 80% of your bits
* Bits reset monthly on your billing date

### Upgrading Your Plan

To upgrade:

1. Click on your profile or **Settings**
2. Select **Plans** or **Subscription**
3. Choose a new plan
4. Confirm your upgrade

Upgrades take effect immediately, and you'll receive a prorated credit for your current plan.

### Downgrading Your Plan

You can also downgrade:

1. Go to **Settings → Plans**
2. Select a lower tier plan
3. Confirm the change

Your current plan continues until your billing date, then the new tier begins.

<Warning>
  Downgrading from Pro or higher means losing code editor access. Make sure you don't have unsaved edits before downgrading.
</Warning>

### Canceling Your Subscription

If you need to cancel:

1. Go to **Settings → Subscription**
2. Click **Cancel Subscription**
3. Confirm cancellation

Your access continues until the end of your current billing period. Your projects remain saved locally on your Mac.

***

## Account Security

### Your Data

* **Projects** are stored locally on your Mac in `~/Documents/Nativeline Projects/`
* **Account info** is stored securely in our cloud
* **Credentials** (like database passwords) are encrypted in your Mac's Keychain
* **We never see your passwords** — they're encrypted locally

### Signing Out

To sign out:

1. Click your profile
2. Select **Sign Out**
3. Confirm

Signing out doesn't delete your local projects — they stay on your Mac.

### Deleting Your Account

To delete your account entirely:

1. Contact [support@nativeline.ai](mailto:support@nativeline.ai)
2. We'll verify your identity
3. Your account and cloud data will be permanently deleted

<Warning>
  Account deletion is permanent and cannot be undone. Make sure to back up any projects you want to keep.
</Warning>

***

## Troubleshooting

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Verification code not arriving" icon="envelope">
    If the email with your code isn't showing up:

    1. Check your spam/junk folder
    2. Wait a few minutes (can take up to 5 min)
    3. Make sure you entered the correct email
    4. Click "Resend code"
    5. Check if your email provider blocks automated emails
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Invalid verification code" icon="xmark">
    If your code isn't working:

    1. Make sure you're entering all 8 digits
    2. Check that you're using the most recent code (if you requested multiple)
    3. Request a new code and try again
    4. Codes expire after 10 minutes
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can't log in" icon="lock">
    If you're having trouble logging in:

    1. Double-check your email address
    2. Request a new verification code
    3. Check your spam folder
    4. Contact [support@nativeline.ai](mailto:support@nativeline.ai) if issues persist
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Payment failed" icon="credit-card">
    If your subscription payment didn't go through:

    1. Check your card details are correct
    2. Ensure the card isn't expired
    3. Check with your bank for blocked transactions
    4. Try a different payment method
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

***

## Next Steps

With your account set up, you're ready to start building!

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Build Your First App" icon="rocket" href="/quick-start/your-first-app">
    Create something amazing in 10 minutes
  </Card>

  <Card title="Chat Interface" icon="comments" href="/features/chat-interface">
    Learn how to navigate your workspace
  </Card>
</CardGroup>