Your First 10 Minutes on creavio

Welcome to creavio

You just signed up. Here's how to get the most out of your first ten minutes so you can start working with clients right away.

Minute 1-2: Set up your profile

Click your avatar in the top-right corner and go to Settings. Add your business name, upload a logo, and fill in your contact details. This information appears on your invoices, contracts, and client-facing pages, so get it right from the start.

Minute 3-4: Add your first client

Open the Clients tile from your home dashboard or All Apps, then click Add Client. Enter their name and email at minimum. This creates their profile in your CRM, where all their bookings, invoices, and collections will be tracked.

Minute 5-6: Create your first invoice

Navigate to Money > Invoices and click New Invoice. Select the client you just added, add a line item with a description and amount, and send it. Your client receives a professional invoice with a one-click payment button powered by Stripe.

Minute 7-8: Upload a collection

Go to Collections and click New Collection. Name it, assign it to your client, and upload a few images. Once uploaded, click Share to get a link you can send to your client. They'll see a beautiful, full-screen gallery.

Minute 9-10: Explore the dashboard

Return to your Dashboard to see your overview: upcoming bookings, recent invoices, active collections, and tasks. This is your command center for the day.

What to do next

  • Set up your services under Bookings so clients can book sessions.
  • Connect Stripe under Settings to accept online payments.
  • Build your website to start attracting new clients.
  • Import existing clients via CSV if you're migrating from another platform.
  • Create a contract template to protect yourself on every booking.

creavio is designed to grow with you. Start with the basics, and add tools as your business needs them. There's no wrong way to begin.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do first on creavio?

Start with your business profile and branding in Settings, then connect Stripe, and create your first service. You'll be ready to accept clients in under 10 minutes.

Do I need to set up everything before accepting clients?

No. You can start with just your profile, one service, and Stripe. Add contracts, templates, and other features as you grow.

Is there a setup wizard?

creavio guides you through the essential setup steps on your first login with a getting started checklist.