> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.chkk.io/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Quickstart Chkk Dashboard

> Get started in minutes with the Chkk Dashboard. No installation needed. Free to use.

The Chkk Dashboard is a web-based interface that allows you to manage your Chkk account and clusters, view detected Operational Risks,
and request Upgrade Assessments, Upgrade Templates, and Upgrade Plans via the Upgrade Copilot.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Sign up via Chkk Dashboard">
    Visit **[https://app.chkk.io](https://app.chkk.io)** and sign in using one of the given methods.

    <Tip>
      Interested in upgrading? View our [Pricing](https://chkk.io/pricing) page to compare plans, or email us at **[support@chkk.io](mailto:support@chkk.io)** for assistance.
    </Tip>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Onboard Your Clusters">
    Installing the [**Chkk Kubernetes Connector**](/connectors/kubernetes) on your clusters enables **real-time risk detection, artifact tracking, and upgrade planning**.

    Follow the steps in the [Installation](/overview/installation) guide to install the Chkk Kubernetes Connector.

    #### *What Happens Next?*

    * **Automated Risk Scan:** A [**Risk Ledger**](/product/risk-ledger) **scan** runs immediately upon onboarding. Within **15 minutes**, the scan will be completed and by clicking on the Cluster card, you will be able to see all the Operational Risks detected in your environment, broken by risk categories.
    * **Cluster Insights:**
      * [**Risk Ledger**](/product/risk-ledger): View all **Operational Risks** detected in your clusters.
      * [**Artifact Register**](/product/artifact-register): Get a **version-first inventory** of the control-planes, Projects, application services, and operators running in your fleet.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Request an Upgrade Assessment">
    Once your cluster has been successfully onboarded, you can generate an Upgrade Assessment to understand the changes involved in upgrading your cluster.
    To request an Upgrade Assessment:

    1. Navigate to **Upgrade Copilot → Upgrade Assessments** in the left-hand sidebar.
    2. Click **Request Upgrade Assessment**.
    3. Select the cluster to generate the Upgrade Assessment for.

    <Note>
      You will only be able to request Upgrade Assessments after a cluster has been onboarded.
    </Note>

    #### *What Happens Next?*

    * **Upgrade Assessment Generation**: After a few minutes, the [**Upgrade Assessment**](/product/upgrade-copilot) will be generated and appear with a status of **Available**.
    * **Review the Upgrade Assessment**: Click the assessment row to review the control-plane version changes, required Project upgrades, and any potential breaking changes.
    * **Download the Upgrade Assessment**: You can also download the [**Upgrade Assessment**](/product/upgrade-copilot) as a Markdown file to share with your team.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Connect Your Cloud Accounts">
    Chkk integrates with your **AWS, GCP, and Azure** Cloud Accounts to facilitate in the creation of holistic [Upgrade Template and Upgrade Plans](/product/upgrade-copilot) that are tailored to your environment.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Generate an Upgrade Template">
    Once you have connected your Cloud Accounts, you can generate an Upgrade Template to understand the changes involved in upgrading your clusters.
    To generate an Upgrade Template:

    1. Navigate to **Upgrade Copilot → Upgrade Templates** in the left-hand sidebar.
    2. Click **Generate Upgrade Template**.
    3. Select the cluster to generate the Upgrade Template for.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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### Need Help?

Email us at **[support@chkk.io](mailto:support@chkk.io)** for assistance.