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# Deploy Zabbix in the cloud

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To start Zabbix in the cloud, follow this process:

- Log in or sign up at [cloud.zabbix.com](https://cloud.zabbix.com/site/sign-up)
- Create a cloud node
- Start using Zabbix in the cloud

#### Log in or sign up

You can log in at [cloud.zabbix.com](https://cloud.zabbix.com/site/sign-up) with an existing Google, GitHub, or Microsoft account.

Alternatively, go to the [sign up](https://cloud.zabbix.com/site/sign-up) page to register. 

![](../../assets/en/cloud/quickstart/cloud_signup.png){width="500"}

After signing up, you will receive a confirmation of your new account in the email. 

Go to [cloud.zabbix.com](https://cloud.zabbix.com) to log in. You will be asked for a one-time password when logging in. This password will be sent to you in the email.

#### Create cloud node

A cloud node is a Zabbix instance, based in the cloud. It includes the Zabbix server, the database, and the web frontend.

When logged in, you will see that a *Private* [organization](#organization-management) already exists for your account by default. You can rename the default organization later.

Click on *Create New Node*. A node configuration form will open.

![](../../assets/en/cloud/quickstart/cloud_node_new.png){width="500"}

|Parameter|Description|
|--|--------|
|*Name*|Select a unique node name.<br>The node name forms a unique URL for the cloud server/frontend, in the format `<your-name>.zabbix.cloud`.|
|*Region*|Select the closest data-center location for minimum network latency.|
|*Compute*|Select the computing power for the node.<br>To determine what level of resources you need, see [pricing details](https://www.zabbix.com/cloud#pricing). You can always upgrade later if you need more power. A billing method will be required before creating a non-trial node. Add billing information via the *Billing* menu.<br>A 5-day **free trial** is available for trying a *Nano* tier node. You will not be charged during the trial period, but once it ends, your node will be removed if not converted to a paid node.|
|*Disk size*|The slider defaults to a recommended minimum based on tier.<br>Increase it if you store large volumes of history or trends. Be aware that larger disks incur higher monthly costs and that you cannot shrink a disk yourself—you'd need to contact support to reduce it.|

After completing the form, click on *Create New Node*. As the node is being initialized, a corresponding message is displayed and the node already appears under Organizations.

![](../../assets/en/cloud/quickstart/cloud_node_starting.png){width="400"}

![](../../assets/en/cloud/quickstart/cloud_node_initializing.png){width="500"}

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#### Start using Zabbix

![](../../assets/en/cloud/quickstart/cloud_node_running.png){width="400"}

When the node status changes from *Initializing* to *Running*, you can log in to the Zabbix frontend.

To access the initial frontend password, click on the created node. 

You will be taken to node [settings](/cloud/node_configuration) (overview, access filters, encryption, backups, etc.). In **Connection info**, click *Password settings* and select *Copy initial password* from the dropdown.

![](../../assets/en/cloud/quickstart/cloud_node_password.png){width="500"}

Click the frontend URL to open Zabbix frontend (`us-east-01.zabbix.cloud`).

![](../../assets/en/cloud/quickstart/cloud_frontend_login.png){width="500"}

Log in using the following credentials:

-   *Username* - `Admin`
-   *Password* - provide the initial password (e.g., HzTG9t7Y)

To start monitoring, you need to define [access filters](/cloud/node_configuration#access-filters-tab) - IP address or addresses that are allowed to connect to the Zabbix cloud server. At least one must be defined.

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#### Organization management

An organization is a container for one or more nodes.
Organizations also help you structure your resources and delegate responsibilities, such as:

-   Node management
-   Billing

When you log in to Zabbix Cloud, the *All organizations* page is displayed. 
By default, a private organization is created for your account.

![](../../assets/en/cloud/quickstart/all_organizations.png){width="500"}

As the owner of this organization, you can manage users, admins, nodes, and the organization name. 
Click the ![](../../assets/en/cloud/quickstart/organization_management_button.png){width="30"} settings button to access management options.

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