Go to vocal.media/signup to create your free account. You can sign up with an email and password, or continue with Apple or Google.

Once you're in, your Action Center on the homepage will walk you through the setup - things like completing your profile and connecting your Stripe account (required before you can publish your first story).

If you're looking to upgrade to Vocal+, visit vocal.media/vocal-plus or head to your Settings page and look for the Vocal+ section. Vocal+ unlocks read-based earnings, Exclusive Stories, exclusive Challenges, and more - for $9.99/month or $99/year.