> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://participanthelp.dscout.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://participanthelp.dscout.com/account-settings/account-setup/signing-into-dscout-with-a-magic-link.md).

# Signing into Dscout with a magic link

Dscout supports a passwordless sign in experience for all research participants—regardless of whether you're logging in via the mobile app or via [web](https://app.dscout.com/scouts/sign_in)—using a feature called **magic links**.

When you request a sign in magic link, you'll be sent a link to your email inbox; simply tap the link, and you will automatically be brought to Dscout and signed in. No additional steps necessary!

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**Note:** You can only sign in with a magic link if you previously signed up for an account or tapped to sign up for a mission from a link sent by your project leader.
{% endhint %}

**Here are step-by-step instructions for signing into the app using a magic link:**

1\. Open the Dscout app, or navigate to <https://app.dscout.com/scouts/sign_in> to log into Dscout via web.

2\. Below where it says "Sign in," enter the email address you previously signed up for Dscout or a mission with, then tap "Send magic link."

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**Note:** You won’t receive a magic link unless you enter the same email address you used to sign up. If your link does not arrive, make sure you entered the correct address.
{% endhint %}

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3\. Locate the magic link in your email inbox. The subject line will be "\[Dscout] Sign into your Dscout account" and the sender will be <accounts@dscout.com>.

4\. Tap the "Log into Dscout" button in your email.

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**Note:** Magic links expire after 24 hours, or immediately after you request a new one. Only your most recent magic link works. If you try to use an expired link, we automatically email you a new one.
{% endhint %}

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* If you've tapped the log in button on your **mobile device** and you **have the Dscout app installed**: you will automatically be brought to the Dscout app and be logged in.
* If you've tapped the log in button on your **mobile device** and **do not have the app installed**: you will be automatically logged in and routed to [app.dscout.com](https://app.dscout.com/scouts/home/missions) via a mobile web browser. Note that it is not possible to complete missions via a mobile web browser at this time.
* If you've tapped the log in button on a **computer:** you will be automatically logged in and routed to [app.dscout.com](https://app.dscout.com/scouts/home/missions) via a desktop web browser.


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