So it’s Monday morning and time to log in for another week of work. You’ve got your coffee in hand, your desk is clear, and you’re ready to dive in – but wait, what’s your password again? And didn’t your company just roll out that new single sign-on portal or something? Ugh, technology. Why does it always have to change right when you’ve gotten comfortable?
Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. This is your guide to logging in on a Monday morning and getting started with a productive week. We’ll walk you through any recent updates to your company’s login system, provide some tips for keeping your passwords secure but memorable, and suggest some ways to hit the ground running once you’ve accessed your accounts. Mondays don’t have to be so mundane and frustrating. With the right system in place, you’ll be settled in and working in no time. So grab that second cup of coffee and let’s get logged in!
What Is Monday.com?
Monday.com, formerly dapulse, is a popular project management software. It gives teams a visual way to organize work, track progress, and achieve more together.
The tool is built around a simple interface that lets you create boards to track projects, schedules, and more. You add columns to represent the stages of your workflow, like “To Do”, “In Progress”, and “Completed”. Then add items as cards that move across the columns as work gets done.
Each card can contain details like:
- Descriptions
- Comments
- Attachments
- Checklists
- Labels
- Due dates
Teams use Monday.com to manage things like:
- Product roadmaps
- Marketing campaigns
- Sales pipelines
- Software development
The software is flexible enough to adapt to any workflow or use case. It gives everyone a transparent view into what’s happening so you can spot bottlenecks early and keep work flowing smoothly.
With an intuitive interface, powerful features, and the ability to integrate with many of the tools you already use, Monday.com makes it easy to stay organized and get work done. Give it a try – your team and productivity will thank you!
Monday.com offers a range of paid plans for teams and enterprises, as well as a free trial to get started.
How to Create Your Monday.com Account
To get started with Monday.com, you’ll first need to create your free account. Here’s how:
Sign up for a trial
Head to monday.com and click the “Get started” button. Enter your email to sign up for a 14-day free trial. No credit card required!
Choose your plan
Next, select between the “Individual” plan for personal use, “Team” plan to collaborate with coworkers, or “Enterprise” plan for large organizations. The Individual plan is free forever, so go with that to start.
Set up your profile
Enter some basic information to build your profile like your name, profile photo, time zone, language preference, and password. This info will help customize your Monday.com experience.
Build your first board!
A “board” is where you’ll create and organize all your tasks and workflows. Click “Create new board” to get started. Select a template to use as a starting point or choose the blank board to build from scratch.
Give your board a name and you’re ready to start adding items! Add tasks, events, notes, files, contacts, and more. You can organize items into groups, link related items, set due dates, add reminders and subscribers. The possibilities are endless!
Monday.com makes workplace organization and project management easy and intuitive. With a little time exploring, you’ll get the hang of it in no time and be on your way to boosting productivity and achieving more. Happy Mondaying!
Logging in to Your Monday.com Account
Logging in to your Monday.com account is quick and easy. Just follow these simple steps:
- Go to Monday.com and click the “Login” button at the top right of the page.
- Enter your email address and password. These are the credentials you set up when you first created your Monday.com account.
- Click the “Login” button.
- You may be prompted to enable two-factor authentication for added security. If so, enter the code sent to your phone or authenticator app.
- Once logged in, you’ll land on your Monday.com dashboard. This is your home base where you can view all your boards, columns, and tasks at a glance. Your dashboard provides an overview of:
- Your boards: The projects, processes, and teams you’re managing in Monday.com.
- Recent items: The last things you viewed or edited for quick access.
- Calendar: An at-a-glance view of your tasks, deadlines, and milestones for the current week or month.
- Reports: Analytics and statistics on how you and your team are progressing.
- To get started, click “Create Board” to build a board for managing your work, team, or project. You can choose from several board templates or start from scratch.
- Be sure to check your Monday.com email for notifications regarding task assignments, comments, status updates, and more. You can also enable mobile notifications in your account settings.
- If you have any issues logging in or questions about using Monday.com, contact their support team. They’re available 24/7 to help you get the most from your account.
Logging in and getting set up in your Monday.com account is the first step to boosting your productivity and achieving your goals. In no time, you’ll be managing work, collaborating with your team, and gaining valuable insights to optimize your processes. Let the work begin!
Resetting Your Monday.com Password
Resetting your Monday.com password is easy to do if you’ve forgotten it or want to change it.
Go to the Monday.com login page
Open the Monday.com website and click the “Login” button at the top right. This will take you to the login page where you can reset your password.
Click “Forgot password?”
Below the password field, click the link that says “Forgot password?”. This will open a window where you can reset your password.
Enter your email address
Type in the email address associated with your Monday.com account and click “Send reset link”. Monday.com will then send a password reset email to that address.
Check your email for the reset link
Open the email from Monday.com and click the “Reset Password” button or link. This will take you to a page where you can set a new strong password.
Enter a new password
Type in a new password that is at least 8 characters long, contains a number and uppercase letter. Then retype the same password in the “Confirm New Password” field. Be sure to choose a password that you don’t use for other websites.
Click “Change Password”
Once your new password has been entered twice, click the “Change Password” button. Your Monday.com password will now be reset.
Login with your new password
Return to the Monday.com login page, enter your email address and new password, and click “Login”. You will now be logged in to your Monday.com account.
Let Monday.com know if you have any other issues logging in or resetting your password. They have a helpful support team ready to assist you and get you back up and running in no time.
Troubleshooting Monday.com Login Issues
Sometimes issues can come up when trying to log in to your Monday.com account. Not to worry, here are some common troubleshooting steps to try:
Forgot your password?
If you’ve forgotten your Monday.com password, go to the login page and click “Forgot password”. Enter your email address and you’ll receive an email with a link to reset your password.
Account locked?
If your account has been locked due to too many incorrect login attempts, you’ll need to wait 30 minutes before unlocking your account. After the time period has passed, you can request an account unlock email or call Monday.com support to unlock your account.
Login page not loading?
If the Monday.com login page isn’t loading, it could be an issue with your internet connection or device. First, refresh the page or open an incognito browser window to try loading the page again. If that doesn’t work, try accessing the login page on another device or network. As a last resort, you may need to clear your browser’s cache and cookies to fix any corruption preventing the page from loading.
Multi-factor authentication issues
If you have multi-factor authentication (MFA) enabled for your Monday.com account, you’ll enter a code sent to your mobile device when logging in. If you’re not receiving the code, check that your contact info in Monday.com is up to date and matches the device you want to receive codes on. You can also generate backup codes in your Monday.com account settings to log in if your MFA method is unavailable.
Still stuck? Contact support.
If none of these steps resolve your Monday.com login issues, you’ll need to contact their support team for further help. You can submit a support ticket on their website or give them a call. Their support team is available 24/7 to help get you back into your account.
Conclusion
So there you have it, everything you need to know to get started with Monday.com and hit the ground running. By now, you should feel equipped with the basics to build out your workflows, customize your boards, and start managing your team’s tasks and timelines. While the learning curve can feel a bit steep at first, the good news is that Monday was designed to be intuitive. The more you use it, the more efficient and effective you’ll get. Before you know it, you’ll be wondering how you ever managed projects without it. So take a deep breath and dive in. Once you start, you’ll get into the groove in no time. Now go forth and conquer—and happy Mondaying!