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title: Getting started with Creds
description: Use this basic workflow to get you set up so you can start using Creds.
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# Getting started with Creds

Use this basic workflow to get you set up so you can start using Creds.

1. If you don't already have it installed on your mobile device, download PingID mobile app from your app store.

   Learn more: [Pairing PingID mobile app with your organization](../pid_mobile_app/ug_mobile_app_pairing.html)

   ![1creds not pairedx220](_images/1creds_not_pairedx220.png)

2. Pair PingID mobile app with the organization that's issuing your Creds.

   ![2NoCredsYetx220](_images/2NoCredsYetx220.png)

3. When the issuer sends you Creds, you'll get a notification on your mobile device. Tap the notification or open the app to view your Creds.

   ![3NewCredsNotification](_images/3NewCredsNotification.png)

   You can see your Creds on the PingID mobile app **Creds** tab.

   ![4NewCredsx220](_images/4NewCredsx220.png)

4. Tap the Creds entry to view the details.

   ![5CredsDetailsx220](_images/5CredsDetailsx220.png)

5. To share your Creds, you'll use PingID mobile app to scan a QR code that you'll receive from the organization that's requesting your information. You'll be able to see details of the Creds they want you to share, and approve the request from the app.

   ![6 share credsx220](_images/6_share_credsx220.png)

Learn more in [Pairing and sharing your Creds](pid_c_pairing_and_sharing_creds.html)