Creating an Account

Step 1: Visit the Registration Page

Navigate to /accounts/new to access the registration form.

Step 2: Fill in Your Information

The registration form requires the following fields:

Step 3: Accept Terms

Review and accept the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy by checking the checkbox.

Step 4: Submit Registration

Click "Create Account" to submit your registration. You'll see a loading indicator while your account is being created.

Email Verification

Why Verification is Required

Email verification ensures:

• The email address belongs to you
• You can recover your account if needed
• Your account is protected from unauthorized access
• You receive important security notifications

Verification Process

1. After registration, check your email inbox (and spam folder)
2. Open the email from PLVictor Accounts titled "Verify Your Account"
3. Click the "Verify My Account" button in the email
4. You'll be redirected to a confirmation page
5. Your account is now active and ready to use

Didn't Receive the Email?

If you didn't receive the verification email:

• Check your spam/junk folder
• Verify you entered the correct email address
• Wait a few minutes - emails can be delayed
• Request a new verification email from the login page

Logging In

Login Page

Access the login page at /accounts/login

How Sign In Works

PLVictor Accounts uses passwordless sign-in — no password to remember!

Sign In Process

1. Enter your email address on the sign-in page
2. Click "Send Code" — a 6-digit code will be sent to your inbox
3. Check your email and enter the code on the next screen
4. You're in! Your session stays active for 30 days

Troubleshooting Sign In Issues

Dashboard Overview

Your dashboard is the central hub for managing your PLVictor account. Access it at /accounts/me after logging in.

Dashboard Sections

Navigation Menu

The dashboard features a floating navigation menu that allows you to switch between different views:

Available Views

Statistics Dashboard

Your dashboard displays three key statistics:

Days Since Registration

Shows how long you've been a PLVictor Accounts member. This helps you track your account age.

Connected Applications

Displays the number of applications currently linked to your account. This includes OAuth apps and integrated services.

Days Since Last Login

Shows when you last accessed your account. Updates automatically with each login.

Account Information Panel

View all your account details in one place:

• Full Name: Your display name across PLVictor services
• Username: Your unique account identifier
• Email Address: Your registered email for login and notifications
• Account Created: The date you registered your account
• Last Login: Timestamp of your most recent login
• Account Status: Verification status with a green checkmark when verified

Adding Friends

How to Add Friends

1. Navigate to the Friends view from the floating menu
2. Use the search bar to find users by username or full name
3. Click the "Add Friend" button next to the user you want to connect with
4. A friend request will be sent to that user
5. Wait for them to accept your request

Friend Request Process

When you send a friend request:

• The recipient receives a notification in real-time
• Your request appears in their "Incoming Requests" section
• They can accept or reject the request
• Once accepted, you both appear in each other's friends list

Managing Friend Requests

Incoming Requests

View friend requests sent to you in the "Incoming Requests" section:

• See the requester's name and username
• View when the request was sent
• Accept or reject requests with one click

Outgoing Requests

Track friend requests you've sent in the "Outgoing Requests" section:

• See all pending requests
• Cancel requests if needed
• View request status and timestamp

Actions You Can Take

Your Friends List

Viewing Friends

Your friends list displays all accepted connections:

• Profile pictures (when available)
• Full names and usernames
• Quick action buttons

Friend Profiles

Click on any friend to view their detailed profile:

• Profile Information: View their full name, username, and account details
• Account Age: See when they joined PLVictor
• Connected Apps: View what applications they're using
• Friendship Date: When you became friends

Managing Friendships

From a friend's profile, you can:

• View Profile: See all their public information
• Remove Friend: End the friendship (requires confirmation)
• Back to List: Return to your friends list

Searching for Users

Search Functionality

Find PLVictor users quickly using the search feature:

• Search by username or full name
• Real-time results as you type
• See current friendship status with each user

Search Results

Search results show:

• User's full name and username
• Current relationship status (friend, pending, or none)
• Action button (Add Friend, Pending, or Already Friends)

What are Connected Apps?

Connected applications are services and platforms that use your PLVictor account for authentication. Instead of creating separate accounts, you can use your PLVictor credentials across multiple apps.

Benefits of Connected Apps

Managing Connected Apps

Viewing Connected Apps

In your dashboard's "Connected Applications" section, you can see:

• App name and description
• Connection date and time
• Last time the app was used
• Connection status

Connecting New Apps

To connect a new application:

1. Visit the application that supports PLVictor Accounts
2. Select "Sign in with PLVictor" or similar option
3. You'll be redirected to PLVictor's authorization page
4. Review the permissions the app is requesting
5. Click "Authorize" to grant access
6. You'll be redirected back to the application

Disconnecting Apps

To disconnect an application:

1. Find the app in your "Connected Applications" section
2. Click the "Disconnect" or "Revoke" button
3. Confirm the action when prompted
4. The app will no longer have access to your account

App Permissions

What Information Apps Can Access

When you connect an app, it typically receives:

• Your PLVictor username
• Your email address
• Your full name
• Your account ID (for identification)

What Apps Cannot Access

Connected apps never receive:

• Your login codes (codes are never shared)
• Your friend list (unless explicitly granted)
• Other connected apps information
• Your account modification permissions

Example: PLVictor APIs

PLVictor APIs is an example of a connected application. When you connect it:

What Happens

1. You visit the PLVictor API documentation page
2. Click "Connect Application" or "Generate API Key"
3. PLVictor creates an API key linked to your account
4. The app appears in your "Connected Applications" list
5. You can use the API key to make authenticated requests

Usage Tracking

You can monitor:

• When the app was connected
• Last time the API was used
• Total number of API requests (if applicable)

Revoking Access

If you disconnect PLVictor APIs:

• Your API key is immediately invalidated
• All API requests will fail
• You can reconnect anytime to generate a new key

Editing Your Profile

Accessing Profile Editor

To edit your profile:

1. Open your dashboard at /accounts/me
2. Click the "Profile" option in the floating navigation menu
3. You'll see the profile editing interface

What You Can Edit

Updating Your Name

1. Go to the Profile view
2. Click "Edit Profile" or the edit icon
3. Update your full name in the form
4. Click "Save Changes"
5. Your name updates immediately across all services

Changing Your Email

Email Change Process

Changing your email requires verification to ensure security:

1. Go to the Profile view in your dashboard
2. Click "Edit Profile" or navigate to email settings
3. Enter your new email address
4. Click "Save Changes" or "Update Email"
5. A verification email is sent to your new email address
6. Check the new email inbox and click the verification link
7. Your email is updated after successful verification

Important Notes

• Your old email remains active until you verify the new one
• You can still log in with your old email during the verification period
• Verification links expire after 15 minutes
• You can cancel the email change by ignoring the verification

Verification Email Not Received?

If you don't receive the verification email:

• Check your spam/junk folder
• Verify the new email address was entered correctly
• Wait a few minutes for delivery
• Try the email change process again

Account Security Best Practices

Protect Your Account

Security Checklist

• ✅ Keep your email address up to date
• ✅ Review connected apps monthly
• ✅ Never share login codes with anyone
• ✅ Be cautious of phishing emails
• ✅ Log out on shared devices
• ✅ Monitor your account activity

Account Recovery

If You Lose Access to Your Email

Update your email address before you lose access to ensure you can always recover your account.

Getting Help

For account recovery assistance:

• Contact support at [email protected]
• Provide your username and registered email
• Verify your identity as requested