# How to Begin a Dataiku Online Free Trial[¶](https://knowledge.dataiku.com/latest/kb/dku-online/free-trial.html#how-to-begin-a-dataiku-online-free-trial "Permalink to this headline")

The Launchpad is the place where you can pilot your Dataiku Online account.

* Open the Launchpad link above.

* Sign in using your Dataiku account. Or sign up to create a new account. We may send you an email to validate your email address.

* Review the legal documentation, fill out your name, region, and a few other details - and you’re in!

You should now find yourself at the Dataiku Launchpad .

A space was created for you. This is where you can deploy Dataiku DSS instances, invite users, add features and access subscription information.

Your instance should already be available and started with the latest available release.

* You can open your instance by clicking **Open Dataiku DSS**.

You now find yourself within Dataiku DSS, and you are ready to create your first project!

Tip

For more information about getting started with Dataiku, the Academy is a great place to start.

If you have questions or issues during your trial, you can contact us any time with the chat widget.
