> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://cranford-tech.gitbook.io/freelancer-marketplace/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://cranford-tech.gitbook.io/freelancer-marketplace/payments/activating-stripe-connect.md).

# Activating Stripe Connect

In order to use Stripe Connect in the template, you will need to register for a Stripe account and **activate Stripe Connect**.

You will first need to register for a Stripe account. You can then activate Stripe Connect by selecting 'Connect' under the 'More' section of your Stripe Dashboard.

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Click on the 'Get started with Connect' button to start the registration process:

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There are a number of steps you'll need to complete to complete the registration process:

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Not all of these steps are mandatory, but you will notice the 'Complete your platform profile' step is something you must do.