Create Your Exotel Account
Setting up your Exotel account takes about 2 minutes. Follow these steps to sign up, verify your email, and access your dashboard.
Step 1: Visit the Signup Page​
- Go to my.exotel.com/auth/register
- You will see the account registration form
Step 2: Enter Your Details​
Fill in the registration form with the following information:
| Field | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Your name as it appears on business documents | Rahul Kumar |
| Business Email | A valid work email (not personal Gmail/Yahoo) | rahul@company.com |
| Phone Number | Your mobile number with country code | +91 9876543210 |
| Company Name | Your registered business name | Acme Technologies Pvt Ltd |
| Password | Minimum 8 characters, include uppercase, lowercase, and number | -- |
Exotel requires a business email domain for registration. Free email providers (Gmail, Yahoo, Outlook) may be rejected or flagged for additional verification.
Step 3: Select Your Region​
Choose the region closest to your target users:
| Region | Best For | Data Residency |
|---|---|---|
| India | Businesses serving Indian customers | Mumbai, India |
| SEA (Singapore) | Businesses in Singapore, Malaysia, or Middle East | Singapore |
Your region determines your API endpoints, data storage location, and available phone number types. This selection cannot be changed after account creation. If you need to operate in multiple regions, create separate accounts for each.
Step 4: Verify Your Email​
- Check your inbox for a verification email from Exotel (sender: noreply@exotel.com)
- Click the Verify Email button in the email
- You will be redirected to the Exotel dashboard login page
- Check your spam/junk folder
- Ensure you entered the correct email address
- Click Resend Verification Email on the registration page
- Whitelist
noreply@exotel.comin your email settings - If the issue persists, contact support at hello@exotel.com
Step 5: Verify Your Phone Number​
- After email verification, log in to the dashboard
- You will be prompted to verify your phone number
- Enter the OTP sent to your registered mobile number
- Phone verification is required to activate your trial account
Step 6: Access Your Dashboard​
Once both verifications are complete, you will land on the Exotel dashboard at my.exotel.com. Your trial account is now active with free credits to start testing.
What Happens After Signup​
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Trial credits | Free credits are added to your account for testing |
| Trial ExoPhone | A test phone number is assigned automatically |
| KYC requirement | You must complete KYC verification to access full features |
| Dashboard access | Immediate access to explore the platform |
Account Types​
Exotel offers the following account types:
| Type | Description | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Trial | Free trial with limited credits | Test calls, limited ExoPhones, sandbox mode |
| Starter | Entry-level paid plan | Full API access, standard support |
| Growth | Mid-tier plan | Priority support, advanced analytics |
| Enterprise | Custom plan | Dedicated support, custom SLAs, volume pricing |
See Upgrade Account to move from trial to a paid plan.
Multiple Accounts​
- Each business email can be associated with one Exotel account
- If you need separate accounts for testing and production, use different email addresses
- Enterprise customers can request sub-accounts through their account manager
Troubleshooting​
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| Registration form errors | Ensure all required fields are filled and the password meets complexity requirements |
| Email verification link expired | Request a new verification email from the registration page |
| Phone OTP not received | Ensure your phone has network connectivity; try the voice OTP option |
| Account locked after multiple failed logins | Wait 30 minutes or contact support |
| Business email rejected | Contact hello@exotel.com to request manual verification |
Next Steps​
- Complete KYC verification to unlock all features
- Explore your trial account to understand what is available
- Navigate the dashboard to familiarize yourself with the interface