> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://usegately.com/docs/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Introduction

> The membership platform for creators, SaaS, and communities

Gately is a complete membership solution. From authentication to payments, content protection to email campaigns — everything in one platform.

## Why Gately?

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  <Card title="All-in-One" icon="layer-group">
    Authentication, payments, gated content, and email — no separate tools needed
  </Card>

  <Card title="No-Code Friendly" icon="wand-magic-sparkles">
    Works with Framer, Webflow, and any website builder
  </Card>

  <Card title="Developer Ready" icon="code">
    Full REST API and JavaScript SDK
  </Card>

  <Card title="Built for Scale" icon="rocket">
    From solo creators to enterprise teams
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## What You Can Build

### Membership Sites

Create gated content with tiered access levels — premium libraries, exclusive community areas, VIP sections.

### SaaS Applications

Add authentication and subscription billing to your software product.

### Paid Communities

Monetize your community with membership tiers, email campaigns, and exclusive content.

### Client Portals

Give clients a branded login experience to access their resources.

## Use Cases

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  <Accordion title="Content Creators" icon="graduation-cap">
    * Create membership tiers (Free, Pro, VIP)
    * Protect premium content behind paywalls
    * Send email campaigns to members
    * Manage member profiles and data
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="SaaS & Software Products" icon="laptop-code">
    * Add user authentication to your app
    * Manage subscription plans with Stripe
    * Protect features based on plan tier
    * Handle user onboarding flows
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Agencies & Freelancers" icon="briefcase">
    * Create client portals for deliverables
    * White-label with custom domains
    * Manage multiple projects from one dashboard
    * Collect payments for services
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Communities & Newsletters" icon="users">
    * Gate exclusive community content
    * Send email campaigns to members
    * Manage member profiles and data
    * Automate workflows on member events
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Platform Features

| Feature | Description |
| - | - |
| **Members** | User authentication, profiles, and management |
| **Plans** | Subscription tiers with Stripe integration |
| **Campaigns** | Email marketing and automation |
| **Workflows** | Event-based automation |
| **Gated Content** | Page and content protection |
| **Contacts (CRM)** | Contact management and lists |
| **Webhooks** | Real-time event notifications |
| **API & SDK** | Full programmatic access |

## Integration Options

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  <Card title="Framer" icon="f" href="/docs/platforms/framer">
    Native plugin for Framer sites
  </Card>

  <Card title="Webflow" icon="globe" href="/docs/platforms/webflow">
    Embed components in Webflow
  </Card>

  <Card title="React" icon="react" href="/docs/platforms/react">
    Full SDK for React apps
  </Card>

  <Card title="Zapier" icon="bolt" href="/docs/features/integrations">
    Connect to 5,000+ apps
  </Card>

  <Card title="Stripe" icon="stripe" href="/docs/features/integrations">
    Payment processing
  </Card>

  <Card title="Custom" icon="code" href="/docs/api-reference/overview">
    REST API for anything
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Getting Started

<Steps>
  <Step title="Create a Project">
    Sign up at [usegately.com/signup](https://usegately.com/signup) and create your first project.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Configure Your Settings">
    Set up branding, plans, and integrations in the dashboard.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add to Your Site">
    Install the SDK or use our no-code embed options.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Launch">
    Start accepting members and growing your business.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Quick Links

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  <Card title="Quickstart Guide" icon="play" href="/docs/quickstart">
    Get up and running in 5 minutes
  </Card>

  <Card title="SDK Documentation" icon="book" href="/docs/sdk/introduction">
    Full JavaScript SDK reference
  </Card>

  <Card title="API Reference" icon="code" href="/docs/api-reference/overview">
    REST API documentation
  </Card>

  <Card title="Framer Plugin" icon="puzzle-piece" href="/docs/platforms/framer-plugin">
    Native Framer integration
  </Card>
</CardGroup>


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