SumoLogic · kimsauce · Apr 9, 2025 · Apr 9, 2025 · Apr 9, 2025 · Apr 14, 2025
@@ -0,0 +1,21 @@
+---
+title: Sign in with Google SSO (Manage)
+image: https://help.sumologic.com/img/sumo-square.png
+keywords:
+  - onboarding
+  - authentication
+  - sign in
+  - trial
+  - sso
+hide_table_of_contents: true    
+---
+
+We’ve made it even easier to access Sumo Logic: you can now sign in using your Google account credentials.
+
+If your email address is linked to a Google account, just click **Continue with Google** on the sign-in page to authenticate. No setup required.
+
+You can also use Google SSO when signing up for a new Sumo Logic account.
+
+Organizations using SAML or other identity providers will continue to sign in as usual.
+
+[Learn more](/docs/get-started/sign-up/).
@@ -55,6 +55,6 @@ The injection allows you to click a link from the Trace View tab and launch a se
         </appender>
   ```
 
-## Additional information
+## Additional resources
 
 *  [NLog.DiagnosticSource | GitHub](https://github.com/NLog/NLog.DiagnosticSource)
@@ -19,7 +19,7 @@ Not all error states will provide related content links.
 
 To discover and view related content, do the following:
 
-1. Log in to Sumo Logic and open the Dashboard.
+1. Sign in to Sumo Logic and open the Dashboard.
 1. Select the graph data point you are interested in. In the following screenshot, we selected a bar in a bar chart. A panel appears on the right of the window with details and a list of related content links.<br/><img src={useBaseUrl('/img/dashboards/drill-root-causes/details-pane.png')} alt="details pane" style={{border: '1px solid gray'}} width="800" />
 
 ## Summary tab

@@ -58,7 +58,7 @@ OpenTelemetry is our preferred collector unless you're configuring security data
 
 #### OpenTelemetry Collector
 
-1. Log in to Sumo Logic.
+1. Sign in to Sumo Logic.
 1. In the main Sumo Logic menu, select **App Catalog**.
 1. Click the app you'd like to install.
 1. Click the **Add a New Collector** option during app installation.
@@ -69,7 +69,7 @@ OpenTelemetry is our preferred collector unless you're configuring security data
 
 #### Installed and Hosted Collector
 
-1. Log in to Sumo Logic.
+1. Sign in to Sumo Logic.
 1. [**Classic UI**](/docs/get-started/sumo-logic-ui-classic). In the main Sumo Logic menu, select **Manage Data > Collection > Collection**. <br/>[**New UI**](/docs/get-started/sumo-logic-ui). In the top menu select **Configuration**, and then under **Data Collection** select **Collection**. You can also click the **Go To...** menu at the top of the screen and select **Collection**.
 1. Select **Add Collector**.<br/><img src={useBaseUrl('img/get-started/WTS_Collector_page.png')} alt="Add Collector" />
 1. Choose from our [Hosted Collector](/docs/send-data/hosted-collectors) (web-hosted) or [Installed Collector](/docs/send-data/installed-collectors) (locally installed on your machine).
@@ -137,14 +137,14 @@ From the Sumo Logic Home page, click the **Learn** tab to access:
 Don't just learn it - master it! Get recognized as a Sumo Logic expert by completing the courses in the [Sumo Logic Certification Program](/docs/get-started/training-certification-faq/#what-certifications-does-sumo-logic-offer). We’re happy to help you get certified right from the product.
 
 
-## More Resources
-
-:::sumo Need help?
-Contact us at the [Sumo Dojo Slack](https://sumodojo.slack.com/) or [submit a support ticket](https://support.sumologic.com/support/s).
-:::
+## Additional resources
 
 * [Choosing a Sumo Logic Collector and Source](/docs/send-data/choose-collector-source/)
-* [Kubernetes Quickstart](/docs/observability/kubernetes/quickstart). Get up and running with the Sumo Logic Kubernetes solution in minutes.
-* [Traces Quickstart](/docs/apm/traces/quickstart). This guide demonstrates how to measure application microservice performance.
+* [Kubernetes Quickstart](/docs/observability/kubernetes/quickstart)
+* [Traces Quickstart](/docs/apm/traces/quickstart)
 
 See more quickstart tutorials in the [Sumo Logic Training Portal](/docs/get-started/training-certification-faq/#how-do-i-access-the-training-portal).
+
+:::sumo Need help?
+Contact us at the [Sumo Dojo Slack](https://sumodojo.slack.com/) or [submit a support ticket](https://support.sumologic.com/support/s).
+:::
@@ -7,44 +7,51 @@ description: Learn how to sign up with Sumo Logic and create your account.
 
 import useBaseUrl from '@docusaurus/useBaseUrl';
 
-Sumo Logic provides everything you need to conduct real-time forensics and log management for all of your IT data—without the hassle of managing or scaling hardware or storage. Start your 30-day trial and explore the full capabilities of our Continuous Intelligence Platform™, including elastic scalability and powerful analytics.
+Sumo Logic provides everything you need to conduct real-time forensics and log management for all of your IT data—without the hassle of managing or scaling hardware or storage. Start your 30-day trial and explore the full capabilities of our Sumo Logic Log Analytics Platform, including elastic scalability and powerful analytics.
 
-After your trial, your account will automatically convert to a [Free account](#upgrade-or-continue-with-free-account), allowing you to continue with limited features. You can [upgrade to a paid plan](https://www.sumologic.com/pricing) at any time to unlock premium features. Choose to sign up via the [Sumo Logic website](#sign-up-through-sumo-logic) or the [AWS Marketplace](#sign-up-through-aws-marketplace) and start using Sumo Logic in minutes.
+After your trial, your account will automatically convert to a [Free account](#upgrade-or-continue-with-free-account), allowing you to continue with limited features. You can [upgrade to a paid plan](https://www.sumologic.com/pricing) at any time to unlock premium features. Choose to sign up through [Sumo Logic](#sign-up-through-sumo-logic) or the [AWS Marketplace](#sign-up-through-aws-marketplace) and start using Sumo Logic in minutes.
 
 ## Sign up through Sumo Logic
 
 To start your free trial:
 
-1. Go to the [Sumo Logic Free Trial page](https://www.sumologic.com/sign-up).
-1. Register with a business email address to create your account.
-1. Check your inbox for the activation email and follow the steps below.
+1. Head to the [Sumo Logic Free Trial page](https://www.sumologic.com/sign-up).
+1. Register for an account using either Google single sign-on (SSO) or your business email address.
 
-### Activate your account
+### Register using Google SSO
 
-:::note
-The activation link expires after 3 days. If it expires, you’ll need to complete the sign-up process again.
-:::
+1. Click **Continue with Google** and select a Google account to use.
+1. Fill out the **Complete Your Account** form, then click **Activate**.
+1. Follow the setup guide to install a data collector and start ingesting data.
+
+### Register using your email address
 
-1. Open the activation email and click **Activate Now**. (If you do not see it, check your spam and trash folders.)
-1. Fill out the **Activate Your Account** form, then click **Activate**.
+1. Click **Continue with email** and enter your business email address.
+1. Check your inbox for an activation email and click **Activate Now**.
+   :::note
+   The activation link expires after 3 days. If it expires, you’ll need to complete the sign-up process again.
+   :::
+1. Fill out the **Complete Your Account** form, then click **Activate**.
 1. Follow the setup guide to install a data collector and start ingesting data.
 
-:::tip
-Get started with Sumo Logic effortlessly using **Kickstart Data**, preloaded sample data and dashboards designed to help you explore and understand the platform’s capabilities. You can immediately dive into our features like log search and alerts prior to setting up your own data collection. Whether you're new to Sumo Logic or evaluating its features, Kickstart Data offers a hands-on way to experience the platform's power. [Learn more](/docs/get-started/quickstart/#getting-started-with-kickstart-data-in-your-trial).
-:::
+## Sign in to Sumo Logic
+
+Once you're registered for an account, you can sign in using your Google SSO, email address and password, or-if configured by your organization-an [identity provider](/docs/manage/security/saml).
 
 ### Set up data collection
 
-Upon first logging in, you'll be asked to select the platform (AWS, Kubernetes, Linux, Windows, macOS) from which you want to collect data. This will install the OpenTelemetry collector and relevant dashboards.
-* For AWS, you'll deploy a single account with a CloudFormation Template, CLI, or Terraform.
-* For Kubernetes, Linux, Windows, or macOS, you'll need to run the provided command in your Terminal or PowerShell.
+The first step is collecting data. Our [Kickstart Data](/docs/get-started/quickstart/#getting-started-with-kickstart-data-in-your-trial) provides preloaded sample data and dashboards, giving you an easy way to explore Sumo Logic’s features like log search and alerts before setting up your own data. It’s perfect for getting familiar with our platform and evaluating its capabilities.
 
-You'll also see an option to bypass setup and explore our [App Catalog](/docs/integrations), where you'll find a wide range of apps and easy-to-follow setup guides for installation.<br/><img src={useBaseUrl('img/get-started/data-onboarding.png')} alt="Data onboarding screen showing platform collection options like AWS, Kubernetes, Windows, macOS" style={{border: '1px solid gray'}} width="600" />
+To start collecting your own data:
 
-When the installation is complete, click **Start using Sumo**.
+1. Select the platform you want to collect data from (AWS, Kubernetes, Linux, Windows, or macOS). This will install the OpenTelemetry collector and relevant dashboards.<br/><img src={useBaseUrl('img/get-started/data-onboarding.png')} alt="Data onboarding screen showing platform collection options like AWS, Kubernetes, Windows, macOS" style={{border: '1px solid gray'}} width="600" />
+1. For AWS, deploy a single account with a CloudFormation Template, CLI, or Terraform. For Kubernetes, Linux, Windows, or macOS, run the provided command in your Terminal or PowerShell. When the installation is complete, click **Start using Sumo**.
 
 Your data will start flowing in a couple of minutes. Next, you'll be taken to a step-by-step onboarding guide, where you can visualize your data via dashboards, run your first log search, set up alerts, install apps, and more.
 
+Alternatively, you can skip setup for now and browse our [App Catalog](/docs/integrations) to install prebuilt apps with easy-to-follow setup guides.
+
+
 ### Upgrade or continue with Free account
 
 After your trial ends, if you've not purchased a plan, your account will automatically convert to a Free account. This account lets you continue using Sumo Logic monitoring and log analytics services with limited features. To unlock premium features and scale as your needs grow, you can upgrade to a paid plan at any time.
@@ -74,7 +81,7 @@ For information on plan types and pricing, see [Sumo Logic Pricing](https://www.
 
 #### Essentials plans
 
-Using our self-service checkout, you can sign up for a Sumo Logic Essentials plan in just minutes using a credit card—no need to interact with the sales team. 
+Using our self-service checkout, you can sign up for a Sumo Logic Essentials plan in just minutes using a credit card—no need to interact with the sales team.
 
 - [Learn how to upgrade your plan with Credits account](/docs/manage/manage-subscription/upgrade-account/upgrade-credits-account).
 - [Learn how to upgrade your plan with Flex account](/docs/manage/manage-subscription/upgrade-account/upgrade-sumo-logic-flex-account).
@@ -99,7 +106,7 @@ To sign up through AWS Marketplace:
     - **Email**. Enter a business email address for your account (personal email addresses such as Gmail are not supported). If you have an existing Sumo Logic account, use a different email address. Signing up through AWS Marketplace requires a new email to create a separate Sumo Logic organization.
     - **Region**. Select your region: North America, Europe, or Australia.
     - **Service License Agreement**. Review and accept the [Service License Agreement](https://www.sumologic.com/service-agreement/) to proceed.
-1. Click **Sign Up**. Sumo Logic will send you an email to activate your account. Follow the instructions in the email to complete the [activation process](#activate-your-account)
+1. Click **Sign Up**. Sumo Logic will send you an email to activate your account. Follow the instructions in the email to complete the activation process.
 1. At the end of the 30-day trial period for the Sumo Logic Log Analytics Platform (Pay-As-You-Go with 30-day Free Trial), the subscription converts to the paid subscription billed monthly based on actual usage.
 
 ### Upgrade your account

@@ -137,7 +137,7 @@ To launch a search, metrics visualization, or live tail session, do the followin
 
 ### View recent dashboards and searches 
 
-You see the Home landing page when you first log in to Sumo Logic. The Home page provides an at-a-glance view of the following:
+You see the Home landing page when you first sign in to Sumo Logic. The Home page provides an at-a-glance view of the following:
 
 * Recently opened dashboards
 * Recently run searches

@@ -21,7 +21,7 @@ Our self-paced training, micro lessons, and scheduled instructor-led training ar
 
 ### How do I access the Training Portal?
 
-1. First, log in to Sumo Logic.
+1. Sign in to Sumo Logic.
 1. From the **Home** page, click the **Learn** tab.
 1. Click **Get Certified**. You'll be redirected to the portal page, where you can access all courses and certifications. <br/><img src={useBaseUrl('img/get-started/certifications.png')} alt="Get Certified" style={{border: '1px solid gray'}} width="500" />
 

@@ -203,7 +203,7 @@ If you do not have an existing Sumo Logic account and it is your first time here
 If you already have an existing Sumo Logic account created outside of Artifactory Online:
 
 1. Select **Connection URL** and copy and paste the URL of an existing Sumo Logic [HTTP Logs and Metrics Source](/docs/send-data/hosted-collectors/http-source/logs-metrics) in the **Connection URL** text box. <br/>![jfrog 7](/img/connection-and-integration/jfrog7.png)
-1. Log in to Sumo Logic and verify that your logs are flowing in as expected.
+1. Sign in to Sumo Logic and verify that your logs are flowing in as expected.
 1. Go to our **Apps Catalog**, search for **Artifactory**, then install the [Sumo Logic app for Artifactory 7](/docs/integrations/app-development/jfrog-artifactory) to get instant insight into your Artifactory logs. 
 
 ### If you have an existing connection

@@ -52,7 +52,7 @@ In this step you configure a hosted collector with a Cloud Syslog source that wi
 
 To configure a hosted collector with a Cloud Syslog source, do the following:
 
-1. Log in to Sumo Logic and [create a Hosted Collector](/docs/send-data/hosted-collectors/configure-hosted-collector).
+1. Sign in to Sumo Logic and [create a Hosted Collector](/docs/send-data/hosted-collectors/configure-hosted-collector).
 2. Create a [Cloud Syslog Source](/docs/send-data/hosted-collectors/cloud-syslog-source) on the hosted collector, specifying the following:
    * Enter a Source Name.
    * Provide a Source Category: **NW/PAN/V10**
@@ -103,7 +103,7 @@ In this step, you view logs using the Palo Alto Network Web interface to confirm
 
 To verify the logs in Palo Alto Networks, do the following:
 1. In the Palo Alto Networks UI, select **Monitor** > **Logs**.
-2. Once the setup is done, log in to Sumo Logic.
+2. Once the setup is done, sign in to Sumo Logic.
 3. To validate that the logs are flowing to Sumo Logic, run a query using the source category you configured during [Step 1](#step-1-create-a-hosted-collector-and-cloud-syslog-source), such as: `_sourceCategory = NW/PAN/V10`.
 
 
@@ -179,4 +179,4 @@ import AppUpdate from '../../reuse/apps/app-update.md';
 
 import AppUninstall from '../../reuse/apps/app-uninstall.md';
 
-<AppUninstall/>
+<AppUninstall/>
@@ -62,7 +62,7 @@ In this step, you configure a hosted collector with a Cloud Syslog source that w
 
 To configure a hosted collector with a Cloud Syslog source, do the following:
 
-1. Log in to Sumo Logic and [create a Hosted Collector](/docs/send-data/hosted-collectors/configure-hosted-collector).
+1. Sign in to Sumo Logic and [create a Hosted Collector](/docs/send-data/hosted-collectors/configure-hosted-collector).
 2. Create a [Cloud Syslog Source](/docs/send-data/hosted-collectors/cloud-syslog-source) on the hosted collector, specifying the following:
    * Enter a Source Name.
    * Provide a Source Category: **NW/PAN/V9**
@@ -121,7 +121,7 @@ In this step, you view logs using the Palo Alto Network Web interface to confirm
 To verify the logs in Palo Alto Networks, do the following:
 
 1. In the Palo Alto Networks UI, select **Monitor** > **Logs**.
-2. Once the setup is done, log in to Sumo Logic.
+2. Once the setup is done, sign in to Sumo Logic.
 3. To validate that the logs are flowing to Sumo Logic, run a query using the source category you configured during [Step 1](#step-1-create-a-hosted-collector-and-cloud-syslog-source), such as: `_sourceCategory = NW/PAN/V9`.
 
 
@@ -199,4 +199,4 @@ import AppUpdate from '../../reuse/apps/app-update.md';
 
 import AppUninstall from '../../reuse/apps/app-uninstall.md';
 
-<AppUninstall/>
+<AppUninstall/>
@@ -46,7 +46,7 @@ In this step you configure a hosted collector with a Cloud Syslog source that wi
 
 To configure a hosted collector with a Cloud Syslog source, do the following:
 
-1. Log in to Sumo Logic and [create a Hosted Collector](/docs/send-data/hosted-collectors/configure-hosted-collector.md).
+1. Sign in to Sumo Logic and [create a Hosted Collector](/docs/send-data/hosted-collectors/configure-hosted-collector.md).
 2. Create a [Cloud Syslog Source](/docs/send-data/hosted-collectors/cloud-syslog-source) on the hosted collector, specifying the following:
     1. Enter a Source Name.
     2. Provide a Source Category: **NW/PAN/V10**
@@ -88,7 +88,7 @@ In this step, you view logs using the Palo Alto Network Web interface to confirm
 To verify the logs in Palo Alto Networks, do the following:
 
 1. In the Palo Alto Networks UI, select **Monitor** > **Logs**.
-2. Once the setup is done, log in to Sumo Logic.
+2. Once the setup is done, sign in to Sumo Logic.
 3. To validate that the logs are flowing to Sumo Logic, run a query using the source category you configured during [Step 1](#step-1-create-a-hosted-collector-and-cloud-syslog-source), such as:
 `_sourceCategory = NW/PAN/V10`
 
@@ -209,4 +209,4 @@ import AppUpdate from '../../reuse/apps/app-update.md';
 
 import AppUninstall from '../../reuse/apps/app-uninstall.md';
 
-<AppUninstall/>
+<AppUninstall/>
@@ -39,7 +39,7 @@ In this step you configure a hosted collector with a Cloud Syslog source that wi
 
 To configure a hosted collector with a Cloud Syslog source, do the following:
 
-1. Log in to Sumo Logic and [create a Hosted Collector](/docs/send-data/hosted-collectors/configure-hosted-collector/).
+1. Sign in to Sumo Logic and [create a Hosted Collector](/docs/send-data/hosted-collectors/configure-hosted-collector/).
 2. Create a [Cloud Syslog Source](/docs/send-data/hosted-collectors/cloud-syslog-source) on the hosted collector, specifying the following:
     1. Enter a Source Name.
     2. Provide a Source Category: **NW/PAN/V9**

@@ -51,7 +51,7 @@ A **Hosted Collector** is not installed on a local system in your deployment. In
 An **HTTP Source** is an endpoint for receiving log and metric data uploaded to a unique URL generated for the Source. The URL securely encodes the Collector and Source information. You can add as many HTTP Logs and Metrics Sources as you'd like to a single Hosted Collector.
 
 To configure Hosted Collector and HTTP Source, do the following:
-1. Log in to Sumo Logic.
+1. Sign in to Sumo Logic.
 2. Follow the instructions for configuring a [Hosted Collector](/docs/send-data/hosted-collectors/configure-hosted-collector).
 3. Follow the instructions for configuring an [HTTP Source](/docs/send-data/hosted-collectors/http-source/logs-metrics).