# Email Verification Email verification confirms that you own the email address associated with your account. It's required for full access to RelayBook. > [!quote] Trust Starts with Verification > A verified email ensures your account is ==secure and trusted== by your team. ## How It Works 1. When you **sign up**, a verification email is sent automatically 2. Open your email and click the **verification link** 3. The link confirms your email and activates your account > [!note] Link expiry > Verification links are valid for **24 hours**. If the link expires, you can request a new one. ## Resending Verification If you didn't receive the email or the link expired: 1. Log into RelayBook 2. Look for the **verification banner** at the top of the app 3. Click **Resend Verification Email** 4. Check your inbox (and spam folder) for the new email ## Troubleshooting > [!tip] Common issues > - **Check spam/junk folder** → verification emails sometimes get filtered > - **Check the email address** → make sure you signed up with the correct address > - **Wait a moment** → emails can take a minute to arrive > - **Try resending** → use the in-app resend option ## Why Verification Matters - Confirms you own the email address - Enables password reset functionality - Ensures team invitations reach the right person - Protects your account from unauthorized use > [!success] The Key Idea > Verify your email as soon as you sign up. It takes 30 seconds and unlocks full account functionality. --- **Next:** Learn about resetting your password in [[Password Reset]].