# Sign into KBase with ORCiD

If you have an[ ORCiD](https://orcid.org/) account, you can sign into KBase using your [ORCiD <img src="/files/-M9K9Aepzk1FNZ3jYzOv" alt="" data-size="line">](https://orcid.org/) and link it to your KBase account.

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KBase is an [ORCiD Member Organization. ](https://orcid.org/members/0016f00002ZLyhNAAT-kbase)
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If you are already a KBase User, first sign into KBase through your Globus or Google accounts. If you are not already signed in to KBase, go to the [sign-in page](https://narrative.kbase.us/), click the Sign In button, and click either “Sign in with Google”  or “Sign in with Globus” buttons and go through the normal sign-in process until you get to Narratives.

On the left sidebar menu, click the “Account” icon, and then choose the tab labeled “Linked Sign-In Accounts”.

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At the bottom of the tab, choose "[<img src="/files/-M9K9Aepzk1FNZ3jYzOv" alt="" data-size="line">](https://orcid.org/) ORCiD” from the pulldown list of identity providers, and then click the “Link” button.

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The next screen will prompt you to Sign in using your ORCiD account to link.

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After you click that Link button, you will be returned to the Linked Sign-in Accounts screen in your Account Manager, where you will see your newly linked ORCiD account.

You can now sign-in to KBase using your ORCiD ID and [integrate DOIs](https://info.orcid.org/doe-osti-search-link-wizard/).&#x20;

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We hope you appreciate the convenience of being able to sign in to KBase with your ORCiD credentials. If you encounter any difficulties or have any questions, please feel free to [contact us](https://www.kbase.us/support/)!


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