Get up and running with YAPL project management platform. Create your account, set up your workspace, and start managing projects in minutes.

Getting Started with YAPL

Welcome to YAPL! This guide walks you through the essential steps to get your account set up and your first project running. Most users complete the initial setup in about 10-15 minutes.

What is YAPL?

YAPL is a project management platform designed for planning professionals. It provides:

Project Management - Organize work with status tracking and team assignment
Schedule Planning - Create plans with tasks, dependencies, and timelines
Visual Planning - Gantt charts and Kanban boards for different workflows
Resource Tracking - Manage equipment, materials, and consumables
Cost Management - Track budgets and analyze cash flow (Professional tier)
Team Collaboration - Workspace-based multi-tenant platform with role-based access

Setup Path

Follow these guides in order for the smoothest setup experience:

1. Registration

Create your YAPL account with email and password. Verify your email to activate all features.

2. Workspace Setup

Configure your workspace with company information, regional settings, and subscription selection.

3. Your First Project

Create and configure your first project with team assignment, timeline, and budget.

4. Inviting Team Members

Create teams, invite members via email or shareable links, and assign appropriate roles.

5. Quick Start Checklist

Use this comprehensive checklist to verify you've completed all essential setup steps.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have:

A valid email address for account verification
A modern web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge)
Basic information about your organization (name, industry type)

Key Concepts

Understanding these concepts will help you navigate YAPL:

Concept	Description
Workspace	Your organization's container for all data, teams, and projects
Team	A group of members with roles who collaborate on projects
Project	A unit of work with timeline, budget, and assigned teams
Plan	A schedule containing tasks, dependencies, and resources
Task	An individual work item within a plan

Subscription Tiers

YAPL offers flexible pricing to match your needs:

Tier	Price	Best For
Trial	Free for 14 days	Evaluating YAPL with 10 seats, 1 project, starter limits
Basic	$15/month	Small teams (3 members, 5 projects, 10 plans)
Professional	$69/month	Growing teams (10+ seats, unlimited projects/plans)

Each new user receives a 14-day trial with 10 seats to test team collaboration. No credit card required.