> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.runpod.io/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Manage accounts

> Create accounts, manage teams, and configure user permissions in Runpod.

To access Runpod resources, you need to either create your own account or join an existing team through an invitation. This guide explains how to set up and manage accounts, teams, and user roles.

## Create an account

Sign up for a Runpod account at [console.runpod.io/signup](https://www.console.runpod.io/signup).

Once created, you can use your account to deploy Pods, create Serverless endpoints, and access other Runpod services. Personal accounts can be converted to team accounts at any time to enable collaboration features.

## Convert to a team account

Team accounts enable multiple users to collaborate on projects and share resources.

To convert your personal account into a team account:

1. Navigate to the [Team page](https://www.console.runpod.io/team) in the Runpod console.
2. Select **Convert to a Team Account**.
3. Enter a team name and confirm the conversion.

<Note>
  You can revert your account back to a personal account at any time. To revert, scroll to the bottom of the [Team page](https://www.console.runpod.io/team) and select **Delete Team**.
</Note>

## Invite team members

Team accounts can invite new members to collaborate. Each invitation includes a specific role that determines the member's permissions.

<img src="https://promptless-customer-doc-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/docs-images/org_2tHD09rTU0IcE4clVjTuJCTn0an/create-team-invite-dialog-d8cb3fc6.png" alt="Create Team Invite dialog showing role selection and required email field" />

To invite a new member:

1. Navigate to the [Team page](https://www.console.runpod.io/team) in the Runpod console.
2. In the **Members** section, select **Invite New Member**.
3. Choose [the appropriate role](#roles-and-permissions) for the new member.
4. Enter the email address of the person you want to invite and click **Create Invite**.
5. Copy the generated invitation link from the **Pending Invites** section and share it with the person you want to invite.

Invitation links remain active until used or manually revoked. You can view all pending invitations in the team management interface.

## Join a team

When invited to join a team, you'll receive an invitation link from a team member. To accept:

1. Click the invitation link provided by the team member.
2. Select **Join Team** to accept the invitation.

Your account will gain access to the team's resources based on the role assigned to you.

## Roles and permissions

Runpod provides four distinct roles to control access within team accounts. Each role includes specific permissions designed for different responsibilities.

| Permission                                | Basic | Billing | Dev | Admin |
| ----------------------------------------- | ----- | ------- | --- | ----- |
| Access team account                       | ✅     | ✅       | ✅   | ✅     |
| Connect to existing Pods                  | ✅     | ❌       | ✅   | ✅     |
| Create/delete/start/stop Pods             | ❌     | ❌       | ✅   | ✅     |
| Create/delete Serverless endpoints        | ❌     | ❌       | ✅   | ✅     |
| Send requests to Serverless endpoints     | ✅     | ❌       | ✅   | ✅     |
| Connect to existing Instant Clusters      | ✅     | ❌       | ✅   | ✅     |
| Create/delete/start/stop Instant Clusters | ❌     | ❌       | ❌   | ✅     |
| Create/update/delete network volumes      | ❌     | ❌       | ✅   | ✅     |
| View billing information                  | ❌     | ✅       | ❌   | ✅     |
| Manage payment methods                    | ❌     | ✅       | ❌   | ✅     |
| Invite team members                       | ❌     | ❌       | ❌   | ✅     |
| Manage team permissions                   | ❌     | ❌       | ❌   | ✅     |
| Modify team account settings              | ❌     | ❌       | ❌   | ✅     |
| Access audit logs                         | ❌     | ❌       | ❌   | ✅     |

### Basic role

The basic role provides essential access for users who need to work with existing resources without management capabilities.

This role allows users to access the team account and connect to already-deployed computing resources (e.g., Pods and Serverless endpoints) for development work. Users with this role cannot view billing information, start or stop Pods, or create new resources.

### Billing role

The billing role focuses exclusively on financial management aspects of the account.

Users with this role can access all billing information, manage payment methods, and view invoices. They cannot access computing resources, making this role ideal for finance team members who need billing access without operational permissions.

### Dev role

The dev role extends basic permissions with additional capabilities for active development work.

This role includes all basic permissions plus the ability to start, stop, and create Pods. Developers can fully manage computing resources for their work while remaining restricted from billing information and account settings.

### Admin role

The admin role provides complete control over all account features and settings.

Administrators have unrestricted access to manage team members, configure account settings, handle billing, and control all team computing resources. This role should be reserved for team leaders and trusted members who need full account access.

## Account spend limits

By default, Runpod accounts have a spend limit of \$80 per hour across all resources. This limit protects your account from unexpected charges. If your workload requires higher spending capacity, you can [contact support](https://www.runpod.io/contact) to increase it.

## Monitor account activity

Runpod provides comprehensive audit logs to track all actions performed within your account. This feature helps maintain security and accountability across team operations.

Access audit logs at [console.runpod.io/user/audit-logs](https://www.console.runpod.io/user/audit-logs).

The audit system records detailed information about each action, including the user who performed it, the affected resource, and the timestamp. You can filter logs by date range, user, resource type, resource ID, and specific actions to investigate account activity or troubleshoot issues.

Regular review of audit logs helps identify unusual activity and ensures team members use resources appropriately.

## Best practices

When managing team accounts, establish clear role assignments based on each member's responsibilities. Regularly review team membership and remove access for members who no longer need it.

For enhanced security, use the principle of least privilege by assigning the minimum role necessary for each team member's work. Consider creating separate accounts for billing management to isolate financial access from technical operations.

Monitor audit logs periodically to ensure compliance with your organization's policies and identify any unauthorized activities early.

## Next steps

After setting up your account and team you can:

* [Create API keys](/get-started/api-keys) to enable programmatic access to Runpod services.
* [Deploy your first Pod](/get-started) to start using GPU resources.
* Configure [Serverless endpoints](/serverless/overview) for scalable AI inference.
* Set up [billing and payment methods](https://console.runpod.io/user/billing) for your team.