# Getting Started

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<summary>1: Basic Account Information</summary>

* Register with your email address & password to create your **Account**
* Click your initials in the top right to view your **Profile**. Verify your personal details and select the appropriate timezone.&#x20;
* Next, jump to [**Settings > General Settings**](https://docs.bulkdelivery.pro/settings/general-settings). Enter each section with your company's information.&#x20;

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<summary>2: Add a Product</summary>

* Take a moment to build out your [Products](https://docs.bulkdelivery.pro/products). Enter a product name and description.&#x20;
* Enter supply-side information where applicable (your cost & material weight)
* Add the volume buttons (Product Prices for delivery) that you want to display for purchase, along with pricing (material only). If enabling customer [Pick Ups,](https://docs.bulkdelivery.pro/settings/pick-up-orders) add Product Prices for Pick Up as well.&#x20;
* Add photo(s)

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<summary>3: Add a Vehicle</summary>

* Determine any [Vehicles](https://docs.bulkdelivery.pro/vehicles) you may use for delivery, enter each into the system
* Enter the Gross Weight (GVWR) and Curb Weight (empty) in order to determine Payload
* Enter the Volume (Maximum) capacity

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<summary>4: Create Delivery Zones</summary>

* Jump to [**Settings > Delivery Zones & Pricing**](https://docs.bulkdelivery.pro/settings/delivery-zones-and-pricing)
* To draw a zone, click "Create Delivery Zone"
* Enter your \[City, State] and click around to draw your first shape, adjust as needed
* Enter Zone Name, Price, Time Multiplier, and choose color. Click "Create Zone."
* When drawing your 2nd zone (& 3rd etc), in the "Zone Drawing Reference" box, select previously-drawn zones whose outlines will appear on the map for reference&#x20;

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<summary>5: Create Delivery Slot</summary>

* Jump to [**Settings > Delivery Slots**](https://docs.bulkdelivery.pro/settings/delivery-slots)
* Set time windows you'll allow customers to select for delivery. For instance, morning (8:00AM-12:00PM) and afternoon (12:00PM - 5:00PM).&#x20;
* Enter "Loads Per Vehicle." How many deliveries can a driver take during the designated time slot, on average, in your base zone?&#x20;
* Select which days of the week this applies to, as well as which vehicles

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<summary>6: Connect Stripe Account</summary>

* Jump to [**Settings > Payment, Tax & Disclaimers**](https://docs.bulkdelivery.pro/settings/payment-tax-and-disclaimers/stripe-connection)
* When setting up/connecting your Stripe account, you'll need some basic company information as well as online banking credentials
* From within BDP, click "Create a New Stripe Account" or "Connect Existing Stripe Account" and walk through the steps to completion
* Due to the secure nature of linking a payments account, complete this portion from start to finish in one session, otherwise it may need to be reset

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<summary>7: Link to Website</summary>

* Jump to [Pro Tips > Connect Your Website](https://docs.bulkdelivery.pro/pro-tips/connect-your-website)
* Work with your web developer to put hyperlink "buttons" on your website to initiate the purchasing process so customers can
* Contact BDP Support for assistance or recommendations&#x20;

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