> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.ecko.finance/eckodao/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.ecko.finance/eckodao/eckogov/getting-started/login.md).

# Login

Make sure you have your compatible wallet set up and connected to your browser before attempting to log in.

To log in to eckoGOV, follow these simple steps:

1. Open the eckoGOV website in your web browser and click on the "Connect Wallet" button.

{% embed url="<https://gov.ecko.finance/>" %}

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2. Choose your preferred compatible wallet (e.g., eckoWALLET, Chainweaver, Zelcore) from the available options.

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3. Follow the instructions of your wallet provider.  You may be asked to select or unlock your wallet.

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4. After setting your wallet, check the information presented on the popup.

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5. Choose the Space you want to login and click on the "Login" button the process.

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6. Read the terms of service then click in the "Login" button. Click in "Remember me".

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7. Sign the login challenge (no transaction will be sent to blockchain). This is a required step in order to improve security.

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{% hint style="info" %}
You can check the login challenge by reading the **transaction payload**. It simply consists in a sequence of random characters after the k: account.
{% endhint %}

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8. You will now have access to your eckoGOV account and can navigate the platform to participate in governance activities.

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