# Getting started

## Create Application

You need to add an application before adding devices. Application is like making a group for devices. 

* Application identifier eg: Wifi Plug, Door Sensor, Smart Hub, etc.
* Enter application description

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## Add Devices

Go to "Devices" menu tab, click on "New device" button, and fill the inputs in the form with the:-

* Device Name
* Device ID
* Device Type eg. HTTP, MQTT (you want to integrate Imvvy Platform with your device with HTTP/MQTT )
* Device Protocol (Choose your device protocol)
* Device Application (Choose the device applications you have created earlier)
* Device Description
* Device AUTH key (Unique Device AUTH key generated by Imvvy IoT Platform)

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## Device Dashboard

Once your device is successfully registered you can check your device dashboard for registered devices.

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