Docker accounts
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A Docker account is how Docker identifies you. Use it to access products like Docker Hub and Docker Desktop, manage settings, and join organizations.
Docker has two primary account types: individual and organization. You create and administer organizations with your individual account. For organization accounts, see Organizations. For organizations and companies, see Administration.
Docker ID, email, and sign-in
When you create an account, you choose a Docker ID and a sign-in method. Docker also ties a verified email to the account.
- Docker account: Associates your plans, Hub repositories, and account settings.
- Docker ID: A unique username that identifies you.
- Email: How Docker contacts you for notifications and security-related communications.
- Sign-in method: Email and password, single sign-on (SSO), Google, or GitHub.