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# How to Install Chartsy in BigCommerce

In this guide, we will walk you through the simple process of installing and activating our add-on in your BigCommerce platform.

### Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have:

* An active BigCommerce account.
* Administrative access to your BigCommerce store.
* Basic familiarity with navigating the BigCommerce dashboard.

### Step-by-Step Installation

#### 1. Accessing the BigCommerce Marketplace

1. **Log in** to your BigCommerce account.
2. Navigate to the **'Apps'** section on the left-hand side menu.
3. Click on **‘Marketplace’** to access the BigCommerce App Marketplace.
4. Click on the button "**BIGCOMMERCE.COM/APPS**"

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#### 2. Finding Chartsy

1. In the Marketplace, use the **search bar** at the top to search for “Chartsy.”
2. Select the add-on from the search results.

#### 3. Installing the Add-On

1. On the add-on page, click **‘Get This App'.**
2. A pop-up will appear asking you to confirm the installation. Click **‘Confirm’** to proceed.

### Activating the Add-On

Once installed, the add-on needs to be activated to start syncing with your store’s data.

1. Go back to your BigCommerce dashboard.
2. Navigate to the **‘Apps’** section again where you will now see “Chartsy” listed.
3. Click on the add-on to open it.

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1. Once you click on Launch, you will be prompted to create an account (and get access to Chartsy for free for 30 days).
2. IMPORTANT: Please bear in mind that your Staff users are unable to create an account in Chartsy  until you as an administrator complete your account setup.&#x20;

### Synchronizing your data