# Get started 1. ## Check if Notify.gov is right for you
Read about our features, pricing and roadmap.
2. ## Create an account {% if not current_user.is_authenticated %}Create an account for free and add your first Notify service. When you add a new service it will start in trial mode.
{% else %}Create an account for free and add your first Notify service. When you add a new service, it will start in trial mode.
{% endif %} 3. ## Write some messages {% if True %}Add message templates with examples of the content you plan to send. You can use our guidance to help you.
{% endif %} 4. ## Set up your service {% if not current_user.is_authenticated or not current_service %}Review your settings to add message branding and sender information.
Add team members and check their permissions.
{% else %}Review your settings to add message branding and sender information.
Add team members and check their permissions.
{% endif %} 5. ## Start sending messages {% if not current_user.is_authenticated or not current_service %}When you’re ready to send messages to people outside your team, go to the Settings page and select Request to go live. We’ll approve your request within one working day.
{% else %}You should request to go live when you’re ready to send messages to people outside your team. We’ll approve your request within one working day.
{% endif %}