## 1. Sign up for a Foursquare Developer Account

1. Go to [Developer Sign Up](https://foursquare.com/developers/signup) and complete the sign up form.

2. You will receive an email confirmation from Foursquare that includes a confirmation code. Copy and paste the code provided to log into your developer account for the first time.

## 2. Accept Terms of Use

Upon your first login, you must accept the **FOURSQUARE DEVELOPER MASTER TERMS OF SERVICE**.

To accept the terms:

1. In the **Getting Started** modal, please scroll and read the **FOURSQUARE DEVELOPER MASTER TERMS OF SERVICE**.
2. Check the **By checking this box, I agree to these terms of use.** box.
3. Click **Continue**.

## 3. Create a Project

Please refer to the [Create a New Project](https://docs.foursquare.com/developer/docs/create-a-new-project) how-to guide for step-by-step instructions.

## 4. Get Started with the Places API

If you're looking to use Foursquare's Places API, follow our [Get Started](https://docs.foursquare.com/developer/reference/places-api-get-started#3-generate-an-api-key) guide with step-by-step instructions on how to quickly get up and running with the Places API.

## 5. Apply for Movement SDK Access

If you're looking to use Foursquare's Movement SDK, you must first apply for access.

1. Click **Apply now for access**.

2. On the **Movement SDK Application Form**, click **Accept**.
   
3. Select either **I have an existing app** or **No, this is for a new app**, fill out the request fields where application and click **Continue**.

4. Provide answers for the following questions and click **Continue**.

5. Read the **Terms and Conditions**, check the **By checking this box, you agree that you have read and accept the above terms.** and click **Submit**.

6. Once you're application has been submitted, you can view the status of your application on your Developer Console **Home** page.

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> ### Only developers with compelling cases will be taken into consideration  
> In the meantime, feel free to learn more about [Movement SDK functionality](https://docs.foursquare.com/developer/docs/movement-sdk-overview) and how to [Manage Your Movement SDK Implementation](https://docs.foursquare.com/developer/docs/developer-console-for-sdk).