> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.hackenproof.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.hackenproof.com/bug-bounty/how-to-start-bug-bounty.md).

# How to start Bug Bounty

Steps are required to start working with HackenProof

Thanks for choosing HackenProof as your platform for getting vulnerability reports! Our ethical hackers' community will help you to avoid hacks.

### Good to know

You can run bug bounty with any range of bounty, but <mark style="background-color:purple;">the larger the range of bounty the higher the chance that a hacker will be motivated to participate</mark> in your program but not exploit the issue.&#x20;

What do we need from you to run a bug bounty? Program policy that will include: Scope-targets, a Range of bounties, Rules, and a signed agreement & NDA (we will help you with all these things)

### Quick start

If you want to skip all steps below welcome to [book the call](https://calendly.com/eleonora_hackenproof/30min) or [write us in telegram](https://t.me/Eleonora_HackenProof) to get everything as soon as possible (we're available 24/7 for you)

### Steps to start a bug bounty&#x20;

Here are the steps that need to do to start working with HackenProof:

* **Create an account** [**here**](https://dashboard.hackenproof.com/register?sign_up=company). Please use your company domain to register a company account
* **Verify your email.** Follow the steps in the email to confirm your email address.
* **Create a new program or edit available templates**. You can customize templates and specify your targets, range of bounty, logos, and rules. Here is how to create a well-readable bug bounty program
* **Send your program for review by HackenProof.** As soon as you finish your program editing you need to press the PUBLISH button.&#x20;

<figure><img src="https://2686245090-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Faou7mxABOvrk0uZ81vUx%2Fuploads%2FKDMzvDBOi45Bt99e6tNT%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=3b6c7324-7a37-43cb-a4e1-dbfae660a8a2" alt=""><figcaption><p>press the PUBLISH button to send the program to review</p></figcaption></figure>

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As a result, the HackenProof team will get an instant notification and will review the created draft. &#x20;

* **Sign legal docs:** [book the call](https://calendly.com/eleonora_hackenproof/30min) or [write us in telegram](https://t.me/Eleonora_HackenProof)  to sign the NDA & Agreement&#x20;
* **Check your program**. As soon as your program is approved you can check the public program list to find yours: <https://hackenproof.com/programs>. If your program is alive, you will need to [start managing your program and its reports](/dashboard/company-dashboard/manage-bb-program.md).
* **Marketing**. As soon as you start we will prepare banners and blogs for social media advertising and to reach our hackers community.

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