# Creating a Monime Space (/docs/dashboard-guide/creating-a-space)

A **Monime Space** is your dedicated business account on the Monime platform. It allows you to accept payments, manage transactions, and oversee your business's financial operations.

> **Info:** **Prerequisite**: You must have a verified [Monimeer
> account](/docs/dashboard-guide/setting-up-your-account) before creating a Space.

## Creating Your Space

### Method 1: From Your Dashboard

1. **Access Your Dashboard**

   Log in to your Monimeer Dashboard at [my.monime.io](https://my.monime.io)

2. **Create New Space**

   Locate the "Create a space" section and click the **New Space** button

   ![Create Space from Dashboard](/assets/images/dashboard-guide/create-space-dashboard.webp)

### Method 2: Direct Navigation

You can also navigate directly to the Space creation interface by visiting: [my.monime.io/space-board](https://my.monime.io/space-board)

![Space Board Direct Access](/assets/images/dashboard-guide/create-space-direct.webp)

## Space Configuration

Fill out the "Create Space" dialog with your business information:

**Business Name**

**Purpose**: The full, formal name of your business or venture

**Requirements**:

- Maximum 32 characters
- Will be used for official identification within Monime
- Can be changed later if needed

**Example**: "Kamara Enterprise", "Potter's Food Joint"

**Alias (URL Identifier)**

**Purpose**: A unique, short identifier for your payment URL

**Requirements**:

- Maximum 15 characters
- Must be unique across the platform
- Forms your payment link: `https://[your-alias].monime.space`

**Example**: If you enter 'kamara', your payment link becomes
`https://kamara.monime.space/payments`

> **Warning:** Choose carefully! While you can change this later, it will affect your
> existing payment links.

**Business Type/Industry**

**Purpose**: Helps Monime categorize your business for relevant features and
support.

Select from the dropdown menu:

- Retail
- Food & Beverage
- Services
- Technology
- Healthcare
- Education
- And more...

**Formal Business Status**

**Purpose**: Indicates whether your business is formally registered

**Check this box if**:

- Your business is registered with Corporate Affairs Commission
- You have official business registration documents
- You operate as a formal entity

**Leave unchecked if**:

- Informal venture or sole proprietorship
- Not formally registered with authorities

> **Note:** Ensure all information is accurate as it will be used for your business
> identification and compliance purposes.

Click the **Create** button when all fields are completed.

## Space Creation Process

After clicking **Create**, you'll see a loading screen indicating that Monime is setting up your Space.

> **Tip:** Please remain on the page while your Space is being created. This process
> typically takes only a few moments.

## Setting Your Space PIN

Once your Space is created, you'll be prompted to create a **4-digit PIN** for security.

1. **Create Your PIN**

   ![Create Space PIN](/assets/images/dashboard-guide/space-pin-create.webp)

   Enter a new 4-digit PIN that you'll remember. This PIN will be used to authorize
   sensitive actions within your Space.

2. **Confirm Your PIN**

   ![Confirm Space PIN](/assets/images/dashboard-guide/space-pin-confirm.webp)

   Re-enter the same 4-digit PIN to confirm it and ensure there are no typos.

> **Warning:** Choose a PIN that is strong but easy for you to recall, and keep it
> confidential. You'll need this PIN for sensitive operations in your Space.

## Accessing Your Space Dashboard

![Space Dashboard](/assets/images/dashboard-guide/space-dashboard.webp)

After setting your PIN, you'll be automatically redirected to your new Monime Space dashboard. The URL will incorporate your chosen alias:

`https://[your-alias].monime.space`

**Example**: If you chose 'kamara' as your alias, your Space dashboard URL would be `https://kamara.monime.space`

## Space Dashboard Features

From your Space dashboard, you can:

- **Payment Processing**

  Set up payment methods and start accepting payments

- **Transaction Management**

  View and manage all your business transactions

- **Settings & Configuration**

  Configure your Space settings and preferences

## Next Steps

> **Note:** Your Monime Space is now ready! You can start accepting payments immediately or
> integrate with your applications using our APIs.

- [**Generate API Tokens**](/docs/dashboard-guide/personal-access-tokens)

  Create access tokens for API integration

- [**API Reference**](/apis)

  Explore every API resource and operation

- [**Developer Resources**](/docs/developer-resources/api-basics)

  Tools, guides, and references to support your development work.